hondo
hondo
hondo(
ohn
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doh
)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g. the big dog).
1. (extending a long way down)
2. (intense)
a. profound
Expresamos nuestro hondo pesar por la partida de nuestro gran amigo y maestro.We express our profound sorrow at the departure of our great friend and teacher.
b. deep
Es con honda gratitud que le extiendo esta invitación a usted.It is with deep gratitude that I extend this invitation to you.
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g. to run quickly, very tired).
3. (profoundly)
a. deeply
Tápate la nariz y respira hondo por la boca antes de sumergirte.Plug your nose and breathe deeply through your mouth before going under the water.
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g. el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
4. (very far under water)
a. the depths
En el hondo del mar, se descubrió un pez que vive toda su vida sin luz.A fish that lives its entire life without light was discovered in the depths of the sea.
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hondoadjective
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g. the big dog).
1. (también fig)
a. deep
lo hondothe depths
calar hondo ento strike a chord with
en lo más hondo dein the depths of
cante hondoflamenco singing
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