低
low; lower than standard; inferior; droop
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesadjective
low (height); near ground
Used to describe height, altitude, or vertical distance, opposite of 高.
There is a plane flying in the low altitude sky.
The plane flew low around the stadium to salute the audience.
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After the rainy season, the river water level dropped a lot.
This low small wooden house was my childhood home.
He squatted down beside the low fence to rest.
adjective
below average; lower than standard
Can describe quantity, quality, level, sound, skill, etc.
This land has very low fertility and is not suitable for growing crops.
Your speaking voice is too quiet, I can't hear clearly.
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He has high standards but low ability, always feeling his skills don't match his ambitions.
The pass rate of this exam is very low, only about 30%.
This restaurant has very low prices, but the food is quite good.
adjective
lower grade; junior
Used to describe grade level, class rank, or job position.
Lower grade students need more patience and care.
I am one grade below my older brother, so we often go to and from school together.
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He started as a junior staff member and became a company executive after ten years.
Lower grade courses are relatively simple, focusing more on basic knowledge.
This junior level position is mainly responsible for basic affairs.
verb
to lower (head); to droop
Describes the action of bending one's head downward, often showing shyness, sadness, or focus.
He lowered his head, embarrassed to admit his mistake.
She walked slowly by the river with her head down, seemingly lost in thought.
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The student who made a mistake stood at the back of the classroom with his head lowered.
He was focused on his homework with his head down, not noticing I came in at all.
Seeing his mother's angry expression, he immediately lowered his head.