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VocabJLPT N3

shallow

い-Adjective

Definitions

1. shallow
2. superficial
3. slight (wound)
4. short (time)

This i-adjective describes something that has little depth, like a shallow pool or river. It can also be used figuratively to describe someone with limited knowledge or experience, or a light sleep.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Wait, it's shallow here but the waves are so strong!

Sentence 2

Can you tell me specifically where it's shallow?

Sentence 3

My boss sighed and said, "The discussion is too shallow."

Sentence 4

Is this explanation enough, or is it still too shallow?

Sentence 5

Hmm, I feel like my thinking is still too shallow!