1. a shallow or basic understanding of a subject that lacks depth, detail, or comprehensive knowledge
His surface-level understanding of quantum physics made it difficult for him to follow the advanced discussion.
Sua compreensão superficial da física quântica dificultou o acompanhamento da discussão avançada.
2. knowledge obtained only from obvious or easily accessible information without deeper investigation or analysis
Many students have only a surface-level understanding of historical events because they rely solely on textbooks.
Muitos alunos têm apenas uma compreensão superficial dos eventos históricos porque dependem exclusivamente de livros didáticos.