年底

年底 means 'end of the year' in English. It refers to the final period of the calendar year, typically around December, and is often associated with annual reviews, planning, and holiday activities.

The character 年 (nián) means 'year,' while 底 (dǐ) literally means 'bottom' or 'base.' Together, they form a metaphorical expression for the end or conclusion of a year, much like 'year-end' in English.

年底 is commonly used in business contexts for annual reports and performance evaluations, as well as in personal life for preparing for the new year. It also appears in expressions like 年底前 (before the end of the year) or 年底大促 (year-end sale), reflecting its cultural and commercial importance.