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record high
The highest level or value ever reached, especially for stock prices, temperatures, or other measurable quantities.
Der Aktienindex erreichte heute ein neues Rekordhoch.
The stock index reached a new record high today.
The word is a compound of 'Rekord' (record) and 'hoch' (high). It literally describes a high value that represents a new record.
Die Besucherzahlen des Museums haben in diesem Sommer ein Rekordhoch erreicht.
The museum's visitor numbers reached a record high this summer.
'Rekordhoch' (record high) is very frequently used with the verb 'erreichen' (to reach). The verbs 'verzeichnen' (to record) and 'markieren' (to mark) are also common in this context, especially in news or reports.
Die Ölpreise erreichten gestern ein neues Rekordhoch.
Oil prices reached a new record high yesterday.
This word is mainly used in contexts where measurable data plays a role. You hear it especially often in the news in relation to stock prices, economic data, or weather phenomena such as temperatures.
Die Temperaturen kletterten auf ein Rekordhoch für den Monat April.
Temperatures climbed to a record high for the month of April.
record high / peak
Höchststand and Rekordhoch both refer to the highest value reached by a measurable quantity. Rekordhoch particularly emphasizes the historical record, while Höchststand can also neutrally name the peak value in a development or performance. Use Rekordhoch when reporting a record and Höchststand for a factual description.
Der Kurs erreichte am Nachmittag ein Rekordhoch von 120 Euro.
The price reached a record high of 120 euros in the afternoon.
Der Kurs erreichte am Nachmittag seinen Höchststand von 120 Euro.
The price reached its highest point of 120 euros in the afternoon.
