British Mle
peak
What does peak mean?
Unfortunate or a real shame — describing a bad situation. Despite sounding positive, "that's peak" means "that's rough".
"Missed the last train home? That's peak, mate."
Origin
A distinctive MLE reversal, where "peak" marks a low point rather than a high one.
Frequently asked questions
What does "peak" mean?
Unfortunate or a real shame — describing a bad situation. Despite sounding positive, "that's peak" means "that's rough".
How do you use "peak" in a sentence?
For example: "Missed the last train home? That's peak, mate."
Where does "peak" come from?
A distinctive MLE reversal, where "peak" marks a low point rather than a high one.
Is "peak" British slang?
Yes — "peak" is classed as British slang on FreeDict. Unfortunate or a real shame — describing a bad situation. Despite sounding positive, "that's peak" means "that's rough".
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