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    Referring to a peak or summit with 高峰 (gāofēng)

    Degree & Intensity
    Time Expressions

    Structure

    高峰 + 时段/期

    Explanation

    高峰 (gāofēng) is a noun meaning "peak," "summit," or "rush hour." It can refer to a literal mountain peak or, more commonly, a figurative high point such as peak hours, peak season, or the height of an event. It frequently appears in the phrase 高峰时段 (peak hours).

    Examples

    • 早上八点是交通高峰时段，最好避开。

      Zǎoshang bā diǎn shì jiāotōng gāofēng shíduàn, zuìhǎo bìkāi.

      Eight in the morning is rush hour, it's best to avoid it.

    • 旅游高峰期的机票特别贵。

      Lǚyóu gāofēngqī de jīpiào tèbié guì.

      Plane tickets during peak tourist season are especially expensive.

    • 他的事业正处于高峰阶段。

      Tā de shìyè zhèng chǔyú gāofēng jiēduàn.

      His career is at its peak stage.

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