Korean Dictionary
How to say "Depth" in Korean
“Depth” in Korean is 깊이 (pronounced "Gippi").
깊이
Gippi
Usage & Context
Gippi is the Korean word for depth. Depth is an important measurement in Korean design and three-dimensional art. It represents the extent from front to back.
Example Sentence
깊이가 있어요.
There is depth.
How to use 깊이 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Depth” is 깊이, romanized as Gippi.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The word '깊이' (Gippi) sounds like 'keep-pee'. The 'gi' is like the 'gi' in 'gift', but slightly softer. The 'p' sound is doubled and tense, almost like a short, sharp 'p' followed by another 'pi' sound, similar to 'pee' in 'peephole'.
More Example Sentences
Asking about the physical depth of a body of water.
이 호수의 깊이는 얼마나 되나요?
How deep is this lake?
Commenting on the emotional or artistic depth of a performance.
그녀의 연기에는 깊이가 느껴져요.
Her acting has a sense of depth.
Recommending a book for its profound content.
이 책은 내용에 깊이가 있어서 여러 번 읽어도 좋아요.
This book has depth in its content, so it's good to read multiple times.
Cultural Context
In Korean culture, '깊이' (gippi) is often used metaphorically to describe the profundity of emotions, thoughts, or relationships, not just physical dimensions. For instance, a '깊이 있는 대화' (gippi inneun daehwa) refers to a deep, meaningful conversation, which is highly valued in building close personal connections. It can also describe the richness of a story or the complexity of a character in K-dramas.
Editorial note
We review entries like 깊이 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
깊이 생각하다
to think deeply
깊이 잠들다
to fall into a deep sleep
깊이 있는 대화
deep conversation
Related Expressions
심도
simdo
profundity, depth (more formal)
얕음
yateum
shallowness
깊다
gipda
to be deep
깊게
gipge
deeply
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