Definition
深处 is a place word (noun) that refers to the deepest or innermost part of a physical space or an abstract domain. Unlike 深度 (depth as a measurement), 深处 emphasizes location: the 'deep place' within something. You can talk about 森林深处 (the depths of the forest) or 内心深处 (the depths of one's heart). It often pairs with 在 or 从 to indicate position or direction.
noun
the depthsdeep part (of a physical place)the depthsinnermost part (of an abstract domain, e.g., emotions, thoughts)
Examples
- 深处，。Wǒmen zǒu dào le sēnlín shēn chù, sìzhōu ānjìng jí le.We walked into the depths of the forest, and it was extremely quiet all around.
- 深处，。Zài nèixīn de shēn chù, tā qíshí hěn zàihū jiārén.In the depths of his heart, he actually cares a lot about his family.
- 深处。Dàhǎi de shēn chù yǐncáng zhe xǔduō mìmì.The depths of the ocean hide many secrets.
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