Napakalalim (en. Very deep)
na-pa-ka-la-lim
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to something that has great depth.
The sea is very deep in this part.
Ang dagat ay napakalalim sa bahaging ito.
Used for concepts that are complex in nature.
His words are very deep and full of meaning.
Ang kanyang mga salita ay napakalalim at puno ng sagot.
An adjective describing the ability to understand abstract ideas.
His thinking is very deep.
Ang kanyang pag-iisip ay napakalalim.
Etymology
Formed from the root word 'lalim' combined with the adverb 'napaka' for emphasis.
Common Phrases and Expressions
very deep love
A person has a very deep affection or love.
napakalalim ng pagmamahal
Related Words
depth
The measurement from the surface to the bottom of something.
lalim
shallow
Refers to a lack of depth or not being deep.
mababaw
Slang Meanings
it's so complicated or hard to understand
His explanation in math is really deep.
Yung explanation niya sa math, napakalalim talaga.
a mature or serious discussion
The topic they started is really deep, like adults talking.
Yung topic na sinimulan nila, napakalalim, parang mga matatanda na nag-uusap.
rich or deep in meaning
That song has a really deep message.
Yung kanta na ‘yon, napakalalim ng mensahe.