adjective HSK 5
profound · deep · deeply felt
Meaning
深刻 describes something that has depth and significance, leaving a strong, lasting impression. It often refers to understanding, memories, experiences, or insights that penetrate beyond the surface level.
Usage
Commonly used to describe impressions (印象深刻), understanding (理解深刻), lessons (教训深刻), or experiences that have had a meaningful impact. It carries a positive connotation of depth and thoroughness, though it can describe both pleasant and unpleasant profound experiences.
Examples
- 01这次经历给我留下了深刻的印象。.This experience left a deep impression on me.
- 02他对中国文化有深刻的理解。.He has a profound understanding of Chinese culture.
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Common collocations
- 印象深刻to have a deep impression
- 深刻的理解profound understanding
- 教训深刻a profound lesson
- 深刻反思to deeply reflect
Antonyms
Origin
The word combines 深 (deep) with 刻 (to carve/engrave), suggesting something carved deeply, metaphorically representing lasting impressions or profound understanding.