Depth refers to the distance from the surface downwards or the level of intensity.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Physical or abstract depth measurement.
- Used for distance or level.
- Common in everyday and abstract contexts.
Overview
“深度” (shēndù) 是一个常用的中文名词，表示从表面到底部的距离。它既可以用于描述物理空间的深浅，例如水有多深、井有多深，也可以用来形容抽象概念的程度，例如讨论的深度、分析的深度。在A2级别，学习者主要接触其物理意义，但了解其引申意义也很重要。
作为名词，“深度”通常与表示度量的动词（如“有”、“达到”、“测量”）或形容词（如“很”、“非常”、“足够”）连用。它也可以作为定语修饰其他名词，例如“深度睡眠”、“深度调查”。
**物理空间**: 描述水体、洞穴、容器等的深浅。例如：“这个湖的深度很大。” 2. **抽象程度**
形容事物的复杂性、深入程度或影响范围。例如：“我们需要对这个问题进行更深度的探讨。” 3. 睡眠: “深度睡眠”指睡眠中非常沉的状态。 4. 技术/科学: 在某些领域，如地质学、医学等，指具体的深度测量。
“浅”是“深度”的反义词，指距离表面近，程度不高。例如：“这条河很浅。”
“厚度”指物体在垂直于其表面（通常是水平面）的尺寸，与“深度”强调从表面到底部的距离不同。
“程度”更侧重于抽象的等级或水平，不如“深度”那样强调垂直距离或深入的程度。
Examples
这个湖的深度大约有五十米。
everydayThe depth of this lake is about fifty meters.
我们需要对这个问题进行更深度的分析。
formalWe need to conduct a more in-depth analysis of this issue.
他睡得很沉，好像进入了深度睡眠。
informalHe was sleeping very soundly, as if in deep sleep.
地质学家正在测量地下岩层的深度。
academicGeologists are measuring the depth of the underground rock strata.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
有多深
how deep
测量深度
measure depth
深度睡眠
deep sleep
Often Confused With
'Shallow' (浅) is the antonym of 'depth' (深度). While 'shēndù' measures how far down something goes, 'qiǎn' describes something close to the surface or not profound.
'Chéngdù' refers to a level, degree, or extent, often more abstract. 'Shēndù' specifically implies a vertical measurement or a profound level of engagement.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The word 'shēndù' can be used for both literal, physical depth (like in water) and figurative, abstract depth (like in thought or analysis). Pay attention to the context to understand which meaning is intended. Ensure you use it with appropriate measure words or verbs when referring to physical measurements.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 'shēndù' (depth) with 'kuāndù' (width) or 'gāodù' (height). It's also incorrect to use 'shēndù' to describe the length of something horizontally. Remember, 'shēndù' primarily relates to the vertical dimension downwards from a surface.
Tips
Think Vertically for Depth
Imagine measuring something from top to bottom. That's the core idea of 'shēndù'.
Distinguish from Width/Height
Be careful not to confuse 'shēndù' (depth) with 'kuāndù' (width) or 'gāodù' (height).
Beyond Physical Measurement
In Chinese culture, 'shēndù' can also imply thoroughness or profoundness, like a deep understanding.
Word Origin
The character '深' (shēn) originally depicted water flowing deep underground. '度' (dù) means degree or extent. Together, '深度' literally means the 'degree of depth' or 'extent of deepness'.
Cultural Context
In Chinese culture, concepts like '深度' can extend beyond the literal. A 'deep' conversation (深度谈话) or a 'deep' understanding (深度理解) implies thoroughness, insight, and significant engagement, valued qualities.
Memory Tip
Imagine a deep well (井). You need to measure its 'shēndù' (depth). Think of the 'shēn' sound like 'send' – you send a rope down to measure how far it goes.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions“深度”和“浅”是反义词。“深度”指距离表面远，程度高；“浅”指距离表面近，程度低。
一般不直接用“深度”形容人的感情，可以说感情“深厚”或“深刻”，表示感情的浓烈或意义的深远。
“深度睡眠”是指睡眠中一个非常沉、不易被唤醒的阶段，对身体恢复很重要。
当描述物体的大小（长、宽）或高度时，不能用“深度”。例如，不能说“桌子的深度是1米”，而应该说“桌子的高度/宽度是1米”。
Test Yourself
这个游泳池的______很大，请注意安全。
这里描述的是游泳池从水面到底部的距离，应该用‘深度’。
下列哪个句子正确使用了“深度”？
第一个选项中，“深度”用来形容想法的深刻程度，是抽象意义上的用法。其他选项的用法不当或与‘深度’无关。
请用“深度”、“测量”、“井”组成一个句子。
这个选项语法正确，并且清晰地表达了测量井深度的意思。
Score: /3
Summary
Depth refers to the distance from the surface downwards or the level of intensity.
- Physical or abstract depth measurement.
- Used for distance or level.
- Common in everyday and abstract contexts.
Think Vertically for Depth
Imagine measuring something from top to bottom. That's the core idea of 'shēndù'.
Distinguish from Width/Height
Be careful not to confuse 'shēndù' (depth) with 'kuāndù' (width) or 'gāodù' (height).
Beyond Physical Measurement
In Chinese culture, 'shēndù' can also imply thoroughness or profoundness, like a deep understanding.
Examples
4 of 4这个湖的深度大约有五十米。
The depth of this lake is about fifty meters.
我们需要对这个问题进行更深度的分析。
We need to conduct a more in-depth analysis of this issue.
他睡得很沉，好像进入了深度睡眠。
He was sleeping very soundly, as if in deep sleep.
地质学家正在测量地下岩层的深度。
Geologists are measuring the depth of the underground rock strata.
