guk1 dai2谷底
Jyutpingguk1 dai2
Yalegūk dái
Definition
The bottom of a valley, or the lowest point of a decline.
- the bottom of a valley
- figurativethe lowest point or rock bottom
colloquialdescriptionsemotion
How it's used
Used metaphorically to describe a state of extreme adversity or a significant decline in performance, such as in business, personal morale, or health. It carries a sense of finality, implying that the situation cannot get any worse and that any future movement must be an improvement or recovery.
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Their mood has hit rock bottom.
Has this company already reached its lowest point?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with literal geographical valleys, as it is almost exclusively used in abstract contexts to describe negative trends or emotional states.
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