Rush hour
RUSH OW-er /ˈrʌʃ aʊə/
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What it really means
The busiest commuting times, roughly 7–9am and 5–7pm on weekdays. Trains and buses are packed, and you may not get a seat. If you can travel outside rush hour, it is cheaper and far more comfortable.
Chinese explanation
通勤高峰期，工作日大约早7–9点和晚5–7点。车厢挤满人，很可能没座位。能错峰出行的话，又便宜又舒服得多。
Example conversation
A: I am getting the Tube at half past eight tomorrow.
B: Rush hour on the Central line? Good luck. You will be squashed like sardines.
A：我明天八点半坐地铁。
B：赶中央线的早高峰？祝你好运，会挤得像沙丁鱼罐头。
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