How to Pronounce Depth

To pronounce "depth", say DEPTH — one syllable, IPA /dɛpθ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/dɛpθ/

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What does depth mean?

noun

  1. The vertical distance below a surface; the degree to which something is deep

    “Measure the depth of the water in this part of the bay.”

  2. The distance between the front and the back, as the depth of a drawer or closet

Synonyms

abyssbathosbottomnadirdeepnesslowness

Related words

profoundnessprofundityastutenessprofounddeepprofoundlydeeplydeepening

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "depth"?▾

"Depth" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "depth"?▾

The IPA transcription of "depth" is /dɛpθ/.

What does "depth" mean?▾

Depth: The vertical distance below a surface; the degree to which something is deep

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