Meaning and Usage
"低迷" (dīmí) describes a state of stagnation or slump, often used for economic conditions, markets, or moods. It implies a prolonged period of low activity or poor performance.
Common Contexts
It frequently appears in financial news to describe markets or economies that are underperforming. It can also describe personal emotional states when someone feels down or unmotivated.
Collocations and Patterns
- 经济低迷: economic downturn, used in formal or news contexts.
- 市场低迷: market slump, common in business discussions.
- 情绪低迷: low mood, used in everyday conversation about feelings.
Usage Notes
"低迷" is more formal and often used in written or professional contexts. For casual speech about feeling down, words like "沮丧" or "难过" might be more common. Avoid confusing "低迷" with "迷茫" (confused, uncertain), as they describe different states.