Profundidad (en. Depth)

/profunˈðiðad/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Quality of being deep.
The depth of the ocean is impressive.
La profundidad del océano es impresionante.
Intensity or seriousness of a subject.
The author addresses the depth of human feelings.
El autor aborda la profundidad de los sentimientos humanos.
Space from the top of an object to its bottom.
The depth of the container is two meters.
La profundidad del contenedor es de dos metros.

Etymology

It derives from the Latin 'profunditas', which means 'the quality of being deep'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

depth of knowledge
Broad understanding in a specific area.
profundidad de conocimiento
depth of a topic
The level of complexity or detail of a matter.
profundidad de un tema

Related Words

deep
Having great depth.
profundo
profound
That is deep or extends far down.
hondo

Slang Meanings

When something is very complicated.
That book is pure depth, I don't understand it.
Ese libro es pura profundidad, no lo entiendo.
Referring to a situation that requires reflection.
That conversation had its depth.
Esa conversación tuvo su profundidad.