English Word · Intermediate
shallow
a place where a body of water is not deep
Pronunciation: /ˈʃæləʊ/
Meaning
A part of a river, lake or sea where the water is less deep than in the surrounding area.
Example
The boat scraped the bottom as it crossed a shallow.
The boat scraped the bottom as it crossed a shallow.
Practice tips
- Practice shallow out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.