adjective HSK 5
deep · profound · solid (of relationships, feelings, or foundations)
Meaning
深厚 describes something that has depth and substance, most commonly used for emotions, relationships, friendships, cultural foundations, or knowledge bases. It conveys a sense of something built up over time with genuine substance, not superficial or shallow.
Usage
Commonly used to describe 感情 (feelings), 友谊 (friendship), 基础 (foundation), or 文化底蕴 (cultural heritage). It carries a positive, respectful tone and is more formal than casual speech. Often appears in written language or formal contexts when praising the strength of bonds or depth of knowledge.
Examples
- 01我们两家有着深厚的友谊。.Our two families have a deep friendship.
- 02他的音乐功底非常深厚。.His musical foundation is very solid.
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Common collocations
- 感情深厚deep feelings/affection
- 友谊深厚deep friendship
- 基础深厚solid foundation
- 功底深厚solid skills/deep expertise
Antonyms
Origin
Combines 深 (deep) with 厚 (thick/substantial) to create a compound meaning that emphasizes both vertical depth and horizontal solidity, metaphorically applied to abstract concepts.