VERB

vertiefen/fɛɐ̯ˈtiːfn̩/to deepen; to intensify; to become absorbed in

vertiefen is a German verb that means to deepen, to intensify, or to become absorbed in. It is pronounced /fɛɐ̯ˈtiːfn̩/.

Definitions

1.make something deeper or more thorough(general/process)

a.to increase the depth of something

Die Schüler vertiefen ihr Wissen im Mathematikunterricht.The students deepen their knowledge in math class.

2.study or examine more intensively(knowledge/study)

a.to study a subject in more detail

Sie möchte ihr Verständnis für Physik vertiefen.She wants to deepen her understanding of physics.

3.engage deeply or immerse oneself in something(reflexive/mental state)

a.to become deeply involved in or absorbed by something (reflexive use)

Er vertiefte sich in die Lektüre.He became absorbed in reading.

Frequently asked questions

What does "vertiefen" mean in English?
"vertiefen" means to deepen, to intensify, or to become absorbed in. It is a German verb.
How do you pronounce "vertiefen"?
"vertiefen" is pronounced /fɛɐ̯ˈtiːfn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "vertiefen"?
"vertiefen" is a verb in German.

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