This is the 786th most frequent Dutch word.
vlak
"Vlak" in Dutch means "flat," "plane," or "surface," depending on context.
Here, 'vlak' is used as an adjective meaning 'flat' or 'level', describing a physical characteristic of the field.
Het veld is vlak en gemakkelijk te belopen.
The field is flat and easy to walk on.
In this sentence, 'vlak' refers to a conceptual 'level' or 'domain', indicating a specific area of discussion.
We bespraken het onderwerp op intellectueel vlak.
We discussed the topic on an intellectual level.
In this example, 'vlak' is used as an adverb meaning 'near' or 'close to', describing proximity.