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“depths” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajishinsō

Example

その問題の深層を探ります。so no mon dai no shin sō o sagu ri ma su

We will explore the depths of that problem.

Illustration for 深層 (depths)

How to say “depths” in Japanese

“Depths” in Japanese is 深層 (shinsō).

It describes a deeper level of a subject that lies beneath its visible or obvious features.

Full entry for 深層: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 深層

表面的な説明だけでなく、現象の深層にも目を向ける必要があります。hyō men teki na setsu mei da ke de na ku gen shō no shin sō ni mo me o mu ke ru hitsu yō ga a ri ma su

We should look beyond a superficial explanation and consider the deeper layers of the phenomenon.

Tips for using 深層

  • In formal writing, 深層 (shinsō) usually points to an underlying cause or structure rather than simply a physically deep place.

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