gou1 wai2高位
Jyutpinggou1 wai2
Yalegōu wái
Definition
A high position, usually referring to a peak in a trend or stock price.
colloquialmoney
How it's used
Primarily used in the context of finance and market analysis to describe the peak of a price cycle. It carries a cautionary tone, often appearing in advice about avoiding market bubbles or overvalued assets. While it can technically refer to any high physical position, its usage is overwhelmingly restricted to economic trends.
Examples
This stock has reached a high point, should we sell it?
You really shouldn't buy in at a high point, it's very easy to lose money.
Related words
Common phrases
entering the market at a high point
hovering at a high level
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe the height of a person or a physical building, as it is strictly reserved for abstract trends or market values. For physical height, use 高度 instead.
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