巅峰

巔峰

diānfēng

noun HSK 7-9 #12,780

Meanings

1 summit; peak; pinnacle
2 the height of (one's career, ability, etc.)

Characters

summit; mountaintop

Both characters mean 'peak' — doubling up for emphasis. Usually refers to the highest point of achievement rather than a literal mountain.

Examples

他的事业已经到达了巅峰。

Tā de shìyè yǐjīng dàodá le diānfēng.

His career has reached its peak.

那位运动员正处于巅峰状态。

Nàwèi yùndòngyuán zhèng chǔyú diānfēng zhuàngtài.

That athlete is at the peak of their form.

Tips

usage

巅峰 vs 高峰: 高峰 is more general (rush hour, peak season), while 巅峰 implies the absolute highest point and is more dramatic. 巅峰对决 (diānfēng duìjué, 'summit showdown') is a popular phrase in sports and gaming for a clash between the very best.

Stroke Order

巅 diān

峰 fēng