下游 xiàyóu lower reaches (of a river)
lower reaches (of a river); lower level; lower echelon; downstream
How to remember 下游: 下 down + 游 tour = lower reaches (of a river).
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How it is used
- 'Lower reaches of a river; downstream; a backward position' - 处于下游 (chǔyú xiàyóu) to be lagging behind.
- Also downstream in an industry chain; contrast 上游.