peak
gb/pˈik/ us/pˈik/
A2
English
~ 2500
csúcs, tető, maximum, tetőpont, tetőzik, eléri a csúcsát, csúcsformában lévő, csúcson lévő, ereje teljében lévő
NOUN
A2
1
Usage pattern:
the peak of [a mountain/hill]
We finally reached the peak after six hours of climbing.
Végül hatórányi mászás után felértünk a csúcsra.
From the peak, you could see for miles in every direction.
A csúcsról kilométerekre el lehetett látni minden irányban.
Snow covered the peak even in summer.
The view from the peak was breathtaking.
Several hikers were resting at the peak.
Learner examples
We stood on the peak of the hill.
A domb tetején álltunk.
The peak was covered with snow.
A csúcsot hó borította.
They climbed to the peak of the mountain.
We took photos at the peak.
The peak is very high.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'peak' with 'pick' because they sound similar but mean different things.
Meaning
highest point of a mountain
Collocations
mountain peak
|snow-capped peak
|reach the peak
|at the peak
|highest peak
Synonyms
summit (Often used interchangeably, but 'summit' can also refer to a formal meeting between leaders.)
Antonyms
base (Refers to the bottom part of a mountain, opposite of the top.)
Themes
geography
|nature
|travel
|space
Definition
The very top of a mountain or hill.
The pointed or highest part of a mountain or hill.
NOUN
B1
2
Usage pattern:
at the peak of [something]
The athlete was at the peak of her career.
A sportoló pályafutása csúcsán volt.
Electricity demand is highest during peak hours.
Az áramfogyasztás csúcsidőben a legmagasabb.
Tourism reaches its peak in August.
The company's profits hit their peak last year.
He performed at his physical peak.
Learner examples
She is at the peak of her career.
Pályafutása csúcsán van.
We travel in the peak season.
Csúcsszezonban utazunk.
Traffic is heavy in peak hours.
He is at his physical peak now.
The business was at its peak last year.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'peak' with 'pick' or think it only refers to mountains.
Meaning
highest level or value
Collocations
peak performance
|peak hours
|peak season
|at its peak
|peak demand
Synonyms
climax (Often used for dramatic or narrative contexts, whereas 'peak' is more general.)
Antonyms
low point (Refers to the time when something is weakest or least successful.)
Themes
business
|sports
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The time or level when something is strongest or most successful.
The greatest level, degree, or intensity that something reaches.
VERB
B2
3
tetőzik
B2
Usage pattern:
[something] peaks at [amount/time]
Sales peaked in December before dropping sharply.
Az eladások decemberben tetőztek, majd meredeken visszaestek.
The temperature will peak at 30°C tomorrow.
A hőmérséklet holnap 30 °C-nál tetőzik.
Her popularity peaked in the late 1990s.
The storm's intensity peaked overnight.
Attendance peaked during the opening ceremony.
Learner examples
Sales peaked last month.
Az eladások a múlt hónapban tetőztek.
The heat will peak at noon.
A hőség délben tetőzik.
Her fame peaked in 2010.
Prices peaked before the holiday.
Attendance peaked yesterday.
Common mistake:
Some learners use 'peak' incorrectly as a continuous verb ('peaking') when describing a past completed event.
Meaning
reach maximum level or value
Collocations
sales peaked
|temperature peaked
|peaked at noon
|peaked in 2020
Synonyms
crest ('Crest' is less common and more literary for this context.)
Antonyms
decline (Indicates a downward trend after a high point.)
Themes
business
|science
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To become the most successful or strong before going down again.
To reach the highest point in value, activity, or intensity before starting to decrease.
B2
INFORMAL
4
Usage pattern:
peak [condition/performance/form]
She is in peak condition for the marathon.
Csúcsformában várja a maratont.
His career is at its peak stage now.
Pályafutása most van a csúcson.
He delivered a peak performance last night.
They are operating at peak efficiency.
Learner examples
She is in peak form today.
Ma csúcsformában van.
He is in peak health now.
Most ereje teljében van.
The team is playing at peak level.
I am not in peak condition today.
Meaning
at best or most successful point
Collocations
peak condition
|peak performance
|peak form
Synonyms
optimal ('Optimal' is more formal and technical.)
Antonyms
subpar (Indicates below average condition or performance.)
Themes
sports
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
|work
Definition
At your best ability or success level.
Being at the highest stage of ability, performance, or success.
Grammar
Dictionary form
peak
IPA
GB/pˈik/
US/pˈik/
Syllables & stress
peak (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (peak)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: peak
Noun
- Base: peak
- Plural: peaks
Verb
- Base: peak
- 3rd Person Singular: peaks
- Present Participle: peaking
- Past: peaked
Word family
Forms
peaks
noun
peaking
verb
peaked
verb
Related words
summit
noun B1
Expressions
at one's peak
3/ˈæt wˈʌnz pˈik/
fixed phrase
at best stage in life or career
When someone is doing their best work or is most successful.
Examples
- The singer was at her peak in the 1980s.
- He was at his peak when he won the championship.
peak season
2/pˈik sˈizən/
fixed phrase
time with highest demand or activity
The time of year when most people want something, like going on holiday.
Examples
- Hotels are more expensive in peak season.
- We avoid traveling in the summer because it's peak season.
peak time
1/pˈik tˈaɪm/
fixed phrase
busiest period of activity
The time when something is busiest or most active.
Examples
- Avoid traveling during peak time to save money.
- The call center is busiest at peak time.
reach a peak
4/ɹˈit͡ʃ ə pˈik/
fixed phrase
get to highest point possible
To get to the top level or point of something before going down again.
Examples
- Unemployment reached a peak last year.
- Her performance reached a peak during the final scene.