English–German
“surface” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈoːbɐˌflɛçə/
Example
Die Oberfläche des Sees ist glatt.
The lake's surface is smooth.
How to say “surface” in German
“Surface” in German is Oberfläche.
A flat outer layer can be seen, touched, or measured, and its look can represent the outside of something.
Example sentences with Oberfläche
Die Oberfläche eines Produkts entscheidet oft über den ersten Eindruck.
The surface of a product often determines the first impression.
Tips for using Oberfläche
- The adjective oberflächlich means 'superficial' or 'shallow', not simply a literal surface in every context.