Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'deep'

English Word: deep

Key Russian Translations:

• глубокий [ɡlʊˈbokʲɪj] - [Formal/Informal, used for physical depth and metaphorical depth]
• глубокий [ɡlʊˈbokʲɪj] - [Formal/Informal, used for emotions or thoughts]

Frequency: High

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner to Intermediate)

Pronunciation (Russian):

глубокий: [ɡlʊˈbokʲɪj]

Note on глубокий: The stress falls on the second syllable. The 'г' is pronounced as a voiced velar stop, and the 'й' at the end adds a soft palatal sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Physical Depth (e.g., deep water, deep hole)

Translation(s) & Context:

• глубокий - Used for describing physical depth, such as a deep lake or hole.

Usage Examples:

• Озеро очень глубокое.

  The lake is very deep.

• Я вырыл глубокую яму.

  I dug a deep hole.

• Вода здесь глубокая, будь осторожен.

  The water here is deep, be careful.

2. Metaphorical Depth (e.g., deep thoughts, deep feelings)

Translation(s) & Context:

• глубокий - Used for abstract concepts like emotions, thoughts, or knowledge.

Usage Examples:

• У него глубокие знания по истории.

  He has deep knowledge of history.

• Её слова вызвали глубокую печаль.

  Her words caused deep sadness.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

глубокий (adjective) - This word declines according to Russian adjective rules based on gender, number, and case. Below is the declension table for the singular form:

Plural form (all genders): Nominative - глубокие, Genitive - глубоких, etc.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• глубинный (used for more abstract or poetic depth)
• серьёзный (in the context of deep thoughts or feelings)

Note: 'глубинный' often carries a poetic or scientific tone, while 'серьёзный' is more common in conversational contexts for deep thoughts.

Antonyms:

• мелкий (shallow, for physical depth)
• поверхностный (superficial, for metaphorical depth)

Related Phrases:

• глубокое море - deep sea (literal depth of the sea)
• глубокая мысль - deep thought (profound idea or reflection)
• глубокое уважение - deep respect (profound admiration)

Usage Notes:

• The Russian word 'глубокий' is versatile and can be used for both physical and metaphorical depth, much like 'deep' in English. However, ensure the context is clear to avoid ambiguity.
• In formal writing or speech, 'глубокий' can be paired with abstract nouns like 'анализ' (analysis) to mean 'in-depth.' In informal speech, it often describes emotions or personal traits.
• Be mindful of adjective agreement in Russian; 'глубокий' must match the noun it modifies in gender, number, and case.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'глубокий' without proper adjective agreement, e.g., saying 'глубокий вода' instead of 'глубокая вода' (deep water). Explanation: 'вода' (water) is feminine, so the adjective must be in the feminine form 'глубокая.'
• Error: Confusing 'глубокий' with 'мелкий' (shallow) due to mispronunciation or misunderstanding. Explanation: Always double-check the context to ensure you're using the correct term for depth.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the concept of 'depth' (глубина) often carries philosophical or emotional significance. Describing someone as having a 'глубокая душа' (deep soul) is a high compliment, implying profound emotional or intellectual capacity. This metaphorical use is more common in Russian than in English, reflecting a cultural emphasis on introspection and emotional richness.

Related Concepts:

• глубина (depth)
• мелководье (shallowness)
• серьёзность (seriousness)