B2noun 2K

Depth

🇬🇧 UK /["/depθ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/depθ/"]/

Meaning of Depth

the distance from the top or surface to the bottom of something; a particular distance down from the surface of something

In simple words: How deep something is or the distance down from the top.

Depth in a sentence

• The depth of the ocean can be hard to comprehend.
• She spoke with great depth about her experiences.
• The scientist measured the depth of the lake using sonar equipment.
• The depth of the team's knowledge impressed their coach.
• To understand the depth of a problem, one must analyze all factors.
• He dove into the water, eager to explore the depth beneath the surface.

How to use Depth

Use 'depth' in both literal and figurative contexts, such as talking about sea depth or emotional depth. It's suitable in academic and everyday conversations but may feel too formal in casual chats.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'depth' like a 'deep breath'—it’s all about going down.

Related words

Collocations with Depth

• considerable
• great
• maximum
• plumb
• plunge into
• reach
• perception
• at depth
• at a depth of
• from a depth of
• the depths
• the depths of the ocean
• the depths of the sea
• considerable
• great
• maximum
• plumb
• plunge into
• reach
• perception
• at depth
• at a depth of
• from a depth of
• the depths
• the depths of the ocean
• the depths of the sea
• considerable
• great
• black
• plumb
• plunge to
• reach
• in depth
• out of your depth
• depths of
• depth of emotion
• depth of feeling
• considerable
• great
• black
• plumb
• plunge to
• reach
• in depth
• out of your depth
• depths of
• depth of emotion
• depth of feeling
• considerable
• great
• maximum
• plumb
• plunge into
• reach
• perception
• at depth
• at a depth of
• from a depth of
• the depths
• the depths of the ocean
• the depths of the sea

Synonyms for Depth

• deepness
• depthness
• profoundness
• extent
• level

Opposites of Depth

• height
• shallowness

Common mistakes with Depth

• Confusing with 'deep' as an adjective.
• Using 'dept' as a misspelling.
• Omitting measurements when referring to depth.

Frequently asked questions about Depth

What does Depth mean?

How deep something is or the distance down from the top.

What is the definition of Depth?

the distance from the top or surface to the bottom of something; a particular distance down from the surface of something

How do you use Depth in a sentence?

The depth of the ocean can be hard to comprehend.

Can you give another example of Depth?

She spoke with great depth about her experiences.

What are synonyms for Depth?

Common alternatives include deepness, depthness, profoundness, extent, level.

What is the opposite of Depth?

Opposite meanings include height, shallowness.

What words go with Depth?

It commonly pairs with considerable, great, maximum, plumb, plunge into, reach, perception, at depth, at a depth of, from a depth of, the depths, the depths of the ocean, the depths of the sea, considerable, great, maximum, plumb, plunge into, reach, perception, at depth, at a depth of, from a depth of, the depths, the depths of the ocean, the depths of the sea, considerable, great, black, plumb, plunge to, reach, in depth, out of your depth, depths of, depth of emotion, depth of feeling, considerable, great, black, plumb, plunge to, reach, in depth, out of your depth, depths of, depth of emotion, depth of feeling, considerable, great, maximum, plumb, plunge into, reach, perception, at depth, at a depth of, from a depth of, the depths, the depths of the ocean, the depths of the sea.

What are common mistakes when using Depth?

Confusing with 'deep' as an adjective. Using 'dept' as a misspelling. Omitting measurements when referring to depth.

How do you pronounce Depth?

US: /["/depθ/"]/, UK: /["/depθ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Depth?

Use 'depth' in both literal and figurative contexts, such as talking about sea depth or emotional depth. It's suitable in academic and everyday conversations but may feel too formal in casual chats.

What CEFR level is Depth?

"Depth" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.