Translation of German word "tief" to English
tief
/tiːf/
Meaning
AdjectiveExtending, reaching or positioned far from a point of reference, especially downwards. Extending far down from the top, or surface, to the bottom, literally or figuratively.
How to use
tief ('deep / low (pitch/temperature)') is an adjective and adverb. Ein tiefes Loch — A deep hole. Tief atmen — To breathe deeply.
🇬🇧 English
deep
Example
Der See ist tief und ruhig.
The lake is deep and calm.
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Common phrases
- tief einatmen— to breathe in deeply
- tief im Wald— deep in the forest
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What is the definition of the German word "tief"?▼
The German word "tief" is defined as: "Extending, reaching or positioned far from a point of reference, especially downwards. Extending far down from the top, or surface, to the bottom, literally or figuratively."
What does the German word "tief" mean?▼
The German word "tief" means "deep" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "tief"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "tief" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "tief"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Der See ist tief und ruhig." (which translates as "The lake is deep and calm.").
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