shallow
/ˈʃæləʊ/ · /ˈʃæloʊ/
CEFR level B2Topic NatureWord #3329 in the learning path
浅的
Definitions
adj. Having little depth from the surface to the bottom
浅的
adj. Lacking serious thought, understanding, or emotional depth
肤浅的；浅薄的
adj. Taking only a small amount of air into the lungs
呼吸浅的
Example
The children splashed happily in the shallow end of the pool.
孩子们在泳池浅水区开心地戏水。
Shallow coastal waters provide important habitats for young fish, making their protection essential for sustainable fisheries.
浅海沿岸水域为幼鱼提供重要栖息地，因此保护这些水域对渔业的可持续发展至关重要。
Collocations
- shallow water
- a shallow dish
- shallow breathing
- a shallow understanding
Word family
- shallowness (n.)
Synonyms
- superficial
Antonyms
- deep
Usage tip
水浅或思想肤浅都可用shallow，反义词为deep。
FAQ
- What does shallow mean?
- Having little depth from the surface to the bottom Lacking serious thought, understanding, or emotional depth Taking only a small amount of air into the lungs
- How is shallow pronounced?
- UK /ˈʃæləʊ/, US /ˈʃæloʊ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
