Profundo (en. Deep)

/pɾoˈfundo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has an intense or significant effect or meaning.
His analysis was very deep and revealing.
Su análisis fue muy profundo y revelador.
That shows seriousness or gravity on a topic.
The conversation became deep when we talked about life.
La conversación se tornó profunda cuando hablamos de la vida.
That extends deeply in a physical or abstract space.
The Pacific Ocean is very deep.
El océano Pacífico es muy profundo.

Etymology

From Latin 'profundus', meaning 'profound' or 'deep'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

deep sleep
A state of very deep sleep.
profundo sueño
think deeply
To reflect on a topic with attention and seriousness.
pensar profundamente
deep cavity
A space that extends considerably inward.
cavidad profunda

Related Words

depth
The measure of how deep something is.
profundidad
abyss
A space or place that is extremely deep.
abismo

Slang Meanings

In some regions, it is used to describe a complex thought or idea.
That idea is so profound that it made me reflect all day.
Esa idea es tan profunda que me hizo reflexionar todo el día.
Refers to a person who is very serious or thoughtful.
Juan is always in his deep world, he never laughs.
Juan siempre está en su mundo profundo, nunca se ríe.