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    Profondeur (en. Depth)

    /pʁɔ.fɔ̃.dœʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Measure of vertical distance, particularly in water.
    The depth of the lake is 30 meters.
    La profondeur du lac est de 30 mètres.
    Character, intensity or seriousness of a reflection or a feeling.
    He has great depth in his thinking.
    Il a une grande profondeur dans sa pensée.
    State of being deep, going beyond appearances.
    This artwork has a lot of depth.
    Cette œuvre d'art a beaucoup de profondeur.

    Etymology

    The word comes from the Latin 'profundus', which means 'deep' or 'abyss'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have depth
    To have deep ideas or reflections.
    avoir de la profondeur
    at the deep
    Said of a person who is serious or thoughtful.
    à la profonde
    the depth of feelings
    The intensity of the emotions felt.
    la profondeur des sentiments

    Related Words

    deep
    Having great depth.
    profond
    profundity
    Character of what is deep.
    profoundité
    abyss
    A great depth or a chasm.
    abîme

    Slang Meanings

    When something is absent in appearance but rich in depth.
    This article looks simple but it really has depth.
    Cet article a l'air simple mais il a vraiment de la profondeur.
    Can refer to a complex situation or problem.
    This debate has depth; we need to think about it seriously.
    Ce débat a de la profondeur, il faut y réfléchir sérieusement.