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March 24, 2026
高峰gāofēng(gao1feng1)
高峰 (gāofēng) refers to a peak or summit, often used in both literal and metaphorical contexts. It can describe the highest point of a mountain, as well as peak moments in achievements or experiences, such as the height of one's career or the climax of an event.
Frequency#10792DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
高峰 is often used in the context of Chinese culture to describe significant achievements, such as reaching the peak in sports or academia. It reflects the value placed on success and excellence in Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Imagine standing at the 'high peak' (高峰) of a mountain, looking down at the world. The character 高 (gāo) means 'high', and 峰 (fēng) resembles a mountain peak. Visualize reaching this peak as a personal achievement, which helps remember both the meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 高峰
gāofēng(gao1feng1)
1peak
2summit
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About 高峰
高峰Simplified
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人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
#10792Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRC1
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AI Study Notes for 高峰
Quick Contrast
高峰 (peak) vs 顶点 (vertex) — use 高峰 for peaks in achievement or experience, while 顶点 is more technical, often referring to geometric or mathematical points.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine standing at the 'high peak' (高峰) of a mountain, looking down at the world. The character 高 (gāo) means 'high', and 峰 (fēng) resembles a mountain peak. Visualize reaching this peak as a personal achievement, which helps remember both the meaning and pronunciation.
Usage Notes
Be cautious about using 高峰 in informal contexts; it often conveys a sense of formality. Common collocations include '高峰会议' (peak meeting) and '高峰期' (peak period), which refer to times of maximum activity. Remember to maintain the correct tone, as mispronouncing it could confuse the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 高峰 connects to themes of achievement and height. Students should focus on using it in discussions about goals or milestones, as well as recognizing it in idiomatic expressions related to success.
Cultural Note
高峰 is often used in the context of Chinese culture to describe significant achievements, such as reaching the peak in sports or academia. It reflects the value placed on success and excellence in Chinese society.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 高峰 with 最高 (zuìgāo), which means 'the highest'. For instance, saying '他是最高的在会议上' (He is the highest at the meeting) is incorrect; it should be '他是会议上的高峰' (He is the peak at the meeting).
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Grammar Patterns of 高峰
高峰 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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在交通的晚____时段，这里通常被车辆堵得水泄不通。
During the evening rush hour it was often solid with vehicles.
Example Sentences for 高峰 (7)
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在交通的晚高峰时段，这里通常被车辆堵得水泄不通。
zài jiāo tōng de wǎn gāo fēng shí duàn， ， zhè lǐ tōng cháng bèi chē liàng dǔ dé shuǐ xiè bù。
During the evening rush hour it was often solid with vehicles.
2
排队申请上这所学校的人数达到历史最高峰。
pái duì shēn qǐng shàng zhè suǒ xué xiào de rén shù dá dào lì shǐ zuì gāo fēng。
The queue for places at the school has never been longer.
There ought to be more buses during the rush hour.
Cultural Notes for 高峰
🏮Cultural insight
高峰 is often used in the context of Chinese culture to describe significant achievements, such as reaching the peak in sports or academia. It reflects the value placed on success and excellence in Chinese society.
Frequently Asked Questions about 高峰
You can say '我们在事业的高峰期' (We are at the peak of our career) to indicate a time of great success.
Yes, it can describe peak emotional experiences, such as '高峰时刻' (peak moments) in life.
