Chinese slang
Chinese slang
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From 'Lying Flat' to 'Involution': Understanding China's Internet Slang and Social Sentiment
Explore the rise of 'lying flat' and 'involution' in China—two internet slang terms revealing deep social tensions around work, pressure, and mental health.
2025-10-06
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From Campus Jargon to Mainstream Mania: The Journey of Youth Slang in China
Explore how campus-born slang in China evolves into mainstream cultural phenomena, reflecting societal shifts and digital identity.
2025-10-06
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Explaining 'Zao'an' and Other Morning Greetings Turned Meme Mania
Discover how 'Zao'an' and other Chinese morning greetings evolved into viral memes, blending humor, culture, and digital identity in today’s online world.
2025-10-05
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The Evolution of 'Geili': From Obscure Term to National Buzzword
Explore how 'geili' evolved from a regional dialect term to a nationwide phenomenon in China, shaping modern Mandarin and digital expression.
2025-10-05
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From 'Neijuan' to 'Tangping': Understanding China's Internet Slang as Social Commentary
Explore how 'neijuan' and 'tangping' reflect the struggles of China's youth against societal pressure and overwork, turning internet slang into powerful social critique.
2025-10-04
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From 'Xinsiliang' to 'Zuanfen': Decoding China's Latest Internet Slang
Discover the meaning behind trending Chinese internet slang like xinsiliang, neijuan, tangping, and zuanfen—slang that reflects youth culture, mental health, and social pressure in modern China.
2025-10-02
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The Art of Being ‘Salty’ (Sao) in Chinese Internet Discourse
Discover what 'sao' really means in Chinese internet culture — it's not about salt, it's about style, confidence, and a touch of drama.
2025-10-01
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‘I’m Just a Little Fresh Meat’: Unpacking Gender and Identity in Online Chinese Slang
Explore the meaning behind 'I'm just a little fresh meat' in Chinese internet culture, and how it reflects shifting ideas about gender, identity, and digital self-expression.
2025-09-28
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Explaining Chinese Buzzwords Like 'Fan Quan' and 'Zao Hua': A Guide to Online Identity Wars
Curious about Chinese buzzwords like 'fan quan' and 'zao hua'? Discover how online fandoms are redefining celebrity culture and digital identity in China.
2025-09-27
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From 'Xuexi' to 'Lanshou': Decoding China's Internet Slang in 2024
Crack the code of China's wildest internet slang in 2024—from 'xuexi' to 'lanshou'—and discover what Gen Z really thinks.
2025-09-27
