1.
horizontal, level
Parallel to the horizon; flat and even, not sloping.
水平 means horizontal or level, contrasting with 垂直 (vertical). It's used in construction, design, and everyday contexts.
COMMON COMPOUNDS:
- 水平線: horizon (at sea)
- 水平器: spirit level, leveling tool
- 水平移動: horizontal movement
- 水平方向: horizontal direction
CONTRAST:
NOTE: The 地平線 refers to the horizon on land, while 水平線 refers to the horizon at sea.
Related Words
Antonym:
垂直 (vertical, perpendicular)