Meeresspiegel

sea level

noun MEH-res-shpee-gel Rare

Usage Note

Meeresspiegel is the reference level of the sea surface, used in altitude measurements and climate science. Anstieg des Meeresspiegels (sea level rise) is a central topic in climate change reporting.

Examples

"Der Meeresspiegel steigt durch den Klimawandel weltweit an."

Natural Translation

Sea level is rising worldwide due to climate change.

Literal Translation

The sea-level rises through the climate-change worldwide.

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