降低

降低 (jiàng dī) means 'to reduce' or 'to lower' in English. It is commonly used to describe a decrease in quantity, level, or intensity, such as reducing prices, temperatures, or effort.

The character 降 (jiàng) originally meant 'to descend' or 'to fall,' while 低 (dī) means 'low' or 'below average.' Together, they form a compound verb indicating a downward movement or decrease in a specific aspect.

降低 is widely used in daily conversation and formal writing, especially in contexts like business, economics, and technology. For example, it can be used when discussing cost reductions, lowering standards, or decreasing the intensity of something. Understanding this term helps learners grasp how Chinese expresses decline or reduction effectively.