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Definition
The middle reaches of a river, or a state of being average or middling.
- the midstream or middle reaches of a river
- an average or middle-tier position in a group
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How it's used
Often used to describe a position in a hierarchy or ranking, such as academic performance, company status, or sports league standings. It carries a neutral connotation, implying neither excellence nor failure. When referring to people, it suggests a lack of extreme ambition or notable achievement.
Examples
His grades have always been in the middle, not particularly outstanding.
Do you think this company is considered mid-tier in the industry?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical objects that are simply in the middle of a room, as it specifically refers to rankings, progress, or the flow of a river.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
