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    Expressing 'deeply' with 深深 (shēnshēn)

    Degree & Intensity
    Emphasis

    Structure

    深深 + 的 + Noun / 深深 + 地 + Verb

    Explanation

    The adverb 深深 (shēnshēn) means 'deeply' or 'profoundly.' It is the reduplicated form of 深 (deep) and is used to intensify the degree of an emotion, impression, or impact. It often modifies verbs or adjectives related to feelings and experiences.

    Examples

    • 这首歌深深地打动了在场的每一个人。

      Zhè shǒu gē shēnshēn de dǎdòng le zàichǎng de měi yī gè rén.

      This song deeply moved everyone present.

    • 那次经历深深地改变了他的想法。

      Nà cì jīnglì shēnshēn de gǎibiàn le tā de xiǎngfǎ.

      That experience profoundly changed his way of thinking.

    • 我深深地感受到了大家的温暖。

      Wǒ shēnshēn de gǎnshòu dào le dàjiā de wēnnuǎn.

      I deeply felt the warmth from everyone.

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