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Definition & meaning
Hochsaison refers to the peak season or high season. It is the period of the year when a particular activity, business, or tourist destination is at its most popular, busiest, and most active.
During the Hochsaison, hotels are often fully booked, tourist attractions are crowded, and prices for services and accommodations are typically at their highest due to the increased demand. While most commonly used in the context of tourism (such as summer at the beach or winter in the Alps), it can also apply to trade or agriculture when a specific product is in high demand or being harvested.
Grammar & Word origin
The word is a feminine compound noun: die Hochsaison. It is formed by combining the German adjective hoch (high) and the noun Saison (season).
The term Saison was borrowed into German from the French word "saison" in the 18th century, which ultimately derives from the Latin "statio" (standing still, station) or "satio" (sowing time). The plural form is Hochsaisonen, though the word is most frequently used in its singular form.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms The most common synonym is Hauptsaison, which literally means "main season." Other related terms include Spitzenzeit (peak time) or Stoßzeit (rush hour/peak period), although the latter usually refers to specific hours of the day rather than months of the year.
Antonyms The direct opposite is Nebensaison, which means "off-season" or "low season." Other opposites include Tiefsaison (dead season) or Zwischensaison (shoulder season/mid-season).
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Examples
Der Wert des Hauses ist deutlich gestiegen.noun
The value of the house has increased significantly.
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