No. 898 in Spanish
profunda
Deep.
In a sentence
Ella tiene una comprensión profunda del tema.
She has a deep understanding of the subject.
Here, 'profunda' describes the depth or thoroughness of understanding, functioning as an adjective modifying 'comprensión' (understanding).
La cueva es profunda y oscura.
The cave is deep and dark.
In this example, 'profunda' describes the physical depth of the cave, acting as an adjective modifying 'cueva' (cave).
Su tristeza era profunda y conmovedora.
Her sadness was profound and moving.
Here, 'profunda' conveys the intensity and emotional depth of sadness, serving as an adjective modifying 'tristeza' (sadness).
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