Profunda (en. Deep)

/pɾoˈfun.da/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is located a great distance from the surface.
The cave has deep passages.
La cueva tiene pasajes profundos.
That extends to great depth or has great intensity.
The ocean is very deep in that area.
El océano es muy profundo en esa área.
That is serious or intense in its meaning or content.
They have a deep friendship.
Tienen una profunda relación de amistad.

Etymology

From the Latin 'profundus', which means 'sunken' or 'down'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

deep sadness
A serious and painful emotional state.
profunda tristeza
deep thought
An intense and meaningful reflection.
pensamiento profundo
deep roots
Strong and established connections or foundations.
profundas raíces

Related Words

depth
The quality of being deep.
profundidad
deepen
To make something deeper or to investigate further.
profundizar
deep
Adjective that denotes depth.
profundo

Slang Meanings

Referring to a situation or topic that is complicated or has many layers.
That is too deep to discuss here.
Eso es muy profundo para discutirlo aquí.
In the context of friendship or relationships, it indicates a very close connection.
They have a deep friendship, like brothers.
Tienen una amistad profunda, como hermanos.