Meaning
下跌 describes a downward movement in value, price, or quantity, most commonly used in economic and financial contexts. It emphasizes a clear decline from a previous level, typically referring to stock prices, market indices, commodity prices, or economic indicators.
Usage
This word is primarily used in formal or written contexts, especially in business news, financial reports, and economic analysis. It's less common in casual daily conversation unless discussing investments or market trends. Native speakers often pair it with percentages or specific amounts to indicate the magnitude of the decline.
Examples
- 01由于经济不景气，房价持续下跌。, .Due to the economic downturn, housing prices continue to fall.
- 02今天股市大幅下跌了百分之三。.The stock market fell sharply by three percent today.
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Common collocations
- 股价下跌stock prices fall
- 大幅下跌to fall sharply/substantially
- 持续下跌to continue falling
- 下跌趋势downward trend
Antonyms
Origin
The word combines 下 (down) with 跌 (to fall/tumble), creating a compound that literally means 'to fall downward.' This reinforces the directionality and emphasizes the declining movement.