Meaning
深沉 describes something that is deep in nature, whether physically, emotionally, or intellectually. It commonly refers to people who are reserved and thoughtful, emotions or meanings that run deep, or voices that are low and resonant. The word carries a sense of depth, gravity, and often a certain heaviness or solemnity.
Usage
Commonly used to describe personality types (reserved, introspective people), emotional states (deep feelings), voices (low, resonant tones), or abstract concepts like love or thought. It has a somewhat literary or formal register and suggests complexity beneath the surface. Often used in written language or formal speech more than casual conversation.
Examples
- 01他是个性格深沉的人，不太喜欢表达自己的感情。, .He's a person with a reserved personality who doesn't like to express his feelings much.
- 02她用深沉的声音朗读了那首诗。.She recited that poem in a deep, resonant voice.
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Common collocations
- 深沉的爱deep love
- 性格深沉reserved personality
- 声音深沉deep voice
- 深沉的夜deep night
Antonyms
Origin
Combines 深 (deep) with 沉 (to sink/heavy), literally meaning 'deeply sunken' or 'profoundly heavy,' which metaphorically extends to deep emotions, profound thoughts, or reserved personalities.