This section of the Chinese Slang Dictionary focuses on Savage Humor slang. Each entry includes the Chinese characters (汉字), pinyin pronunciation with tone marks, an English translation, at least one example sentence showing real usage, and cultural context explaining where the term comes from and how it is used. Terms are sorted by community popularity. Browse the full list below or use the search bar to find a specific term.
Short for 'double standards', this term describes the hypocrisy of being lenient or harsh toward different people or situations based on biased views. It's often used in social justice discussions.
His double standards in this matter are very annoying.
Literally 'bird language,' used to describe a language or form of communication that someone finds incomprehensible or difficult to understand.
Listening to their discussion, I felt like I was hearing bird language.
Give me a break / oh come on — a Beijing dismissal used when you find something ridiculous or unbelievable. The classic Beijing way to shut down nonsense or call someone out for exaggerating without being outright rude.
You say you can lose twenty kilos in a month? Give me a break, stop joking.
Translating to 'head hurts', this phrase is used to express frustration or confusion, often humorously. It indicates that something is overly complicated or difficult to understand.
This math problem really gives me a headache.
Translating to 'appearance崩坏', this slang refers to someone whose looks have drastically deteriorated, often used humorously in relation to celebrities or influencers.
That celebrity's looks have really deteriorated lately; I can't even bear to look at their photos.
Holy sh*t! / F***! (censorship-safe expletive)
Holy sh*t! I can't find my keys!
Damn it! / F*** (all-purpose expletive)
Damn it, I forgot my wallet again!
This phrase, literally meaning 'simply put,' is used to express exasperation or disbelief about a situation. It conveys a sense of being overwhelmed or astonished.
This workload is simply overwhelming; it's impossible to finish!
This slang term means 'intellectually disabled' but is often used to humorously insult someone perceived as foolish or making poor decisions. It should be used cautiously due to its sensitive nature.
His performance today was really foolish.
Translating to 'human comedy,' this term is used to describe everyday humorous situations and events that seem ironic or absurd. It captures the light-hearted moments in life despite its challenges.
Life is like a human comedy; there are always unexpected funny moments.
This idiom means 'to be heartbroken and distressed' and is often used to express strong feelings of regret or sadness about a situation. It reflects emotional depth.
Seeing this news breaks my heart.
Translating to 'seeing it also makes you laugh', this term is used to refer to content that is so funny or absurd that just the thought of it brings laughter.
This video is really funny; just seeing it makes me laugh!
This phrase means 'really a genius' and is often used sarcastically to point out someone's foolishness or a silly mistake. It implies that the person has acted in a way that contradicts common sense.
He forgot to bring his keys; what a genius.
So broke you can hear the coins clinking — a vivid, humorous Beijing expression for extreme poverty. The image is your last few coins rattling around in an otherwise empty wallet. Used to describe being flat broke wit...
The week before payday I am so broke I can hear coins clinking — only eating steamed buns at home.
Literally meaning 'to cover the sky with one hand', this term describes someone who has a significant influence or control, often in a negative context. It reflects a sense of overreach or manipulation.
His power in the company makes people feel like he covers the sky with one hand.
Translating to 'The Great Sage Equal to Heaven,' this term refers to the character Sun Wukong from Chinese mythology. It's often used humorously to describe someone who's rebellious or acts freely.
He always acts recklessly like the Great Sage Equal to Heaven.
Literally 'black history', this term refers to embarrassing past events or mistakes that a person may want to keep hidden. It's used in a humorous way, especially when discussing someone’s awkward moments.
Let me share my black history; I'm really embarrassed.
Meaning 'hand rips', this term refers to a style of speaking or writing that is direct and brutally honest, often used to describe confrontations or clear expressions of feelings without sugarcoating.
She honestly ripped apart that project at the meeting; it was refreshing.
Meaning 'no bottom line,' this term is often used to describe someone who lacks moral limits or behaves recklessly, especially in online interactions. It can indicate that someone's lifestyle or behavior is excessivel...
This behavior is really without any limits.
Translating to 'we are different', this phrase is often used to highlight one's unique or superior traits, sometimes humorously or sarcastically. It shows a sense of pride in one’s individuality.
You can’t compare with me; we are different after all.
Translating to 'chicken soup literature', this term refers to overly sentimental or motivational writing that aims to uplift readers. It can be used sarcastically to critique overly simple or cliché advice.
These chicken soup articles make me feel bored.
Translating to 'instantly becoming a saint', this phrase is used to describe someone who suddenly acts overly virtuous or morally high-minded in a situation. It's often used sarcastically.
He instantly became a saint in the discussion; it's really laughable.
This term literally means 'heart blockage' and is used to express feelings of emotional distress or disappointment, often in a light-hearted manner. It indicates being overwhelmed by negative emotions.
Seeing that news really upset me; it was too hard to handle.
Translating to 'truth,' this term is often used humorously to refer to statements or beliefs that are seen as universally accepted truths in a light-hearted manner. It emphasizes a sense of wisdom or understanding.
This saying is the truth; I completely agree.
This phrase literally means 'makes me so angry I could die' and is used to express extreme frustration or annoyance. It's often employed in a hyperbolic manner, reflecting an exaggerated reaction to trivial annoyances.
He was late again today; it makes me so angry I could die!
Meaning 'repeating machine,' this term refers to someone who keeps repeating the same thing or idea, often seen in discussions or arguments. It implies that the person lacks original thoughts or is overly stubborn.
In the discussion, he was like a repeating machine, endlessly restating his viewpoint.
Meaning 'to suffer from a cruel hand,' this phrase is used humorously to describe situations where someone suffers a humorous or unfortunate fate at the hands of someone else. It often appears in a playful context.
At my friend's party, I suffered a cruel fate and was dragged to dance.
Meaning 'naked and exposed,' this term is often used to describe something that is brutally honest or direct, without any sugar-coating.
His comments were so brutally honest that I felt embarrassed.
Literally meaning 'not saying a word', this slang is used to describe a situation where someone remains silent or unresponsive, often in awkward or tense scenarios. It's used to convey a sense of discomfort or disappr...
He didn't say a word about the proposal during the meeting, making the atmosphere quite awkward.
Translates to 'smash cucumber,' and is used humorously to describe actions that are awkward or clumsy. It is often employed in a playful manner to diffuse embarrassing situations.
I was so clumsy at the gathering today, it was really embarrassing.
What does that have to do with anything? — a Beijing expression of bewilderment at an illogical connection someone has made. Used when someone jumps to a completely unrelated conclusion or makes an argument that does ...
I just said it is hot outside and you jumped to me not loving you? What does that have to do with anything?
Translating to 'hard against hard', this term describes direct confrontation or competition, often used in competitive contexts like sports or debates.
This match is just a hard confrontation between the teams.
Meaning 'to strike', in internet slang it refers to mercilessly exposing someone's flaws or mistakes in a humorous or sarcastic way. This term is often used in debates or discussions.
His argument is too weak and can't withstand my strikes.
This term means 'joke master' and refers to individuals who are skilled at crafting and delivering comedic content, especially in the form of short stories or anecdotes shared online.
He’s a joke master; he can always make everyone laugh.
Meaning 'to flaunt' or 'to show off,' this term describes people who are highly expressive about their accomplishments or personal style. While it can have a positive connotation, it may also imply arrogance.
She always likes to flaunt her talents.
Translating to 'flashlight', this term is colloquially used to describe someone who likes to attract attention, especially in social situations. It can have both positive and negative connotations, depending on context.
He always wants to be the center of attention.
Translating to 'to bury a landmine,' this phrase is used to describe setting a trap or creating a difficult situation for someone, especially in social media or personal interactions. It often carries a mischievous co...
He set a trap in the group, and everyone was amused by him.
Translating to 'pretend to be professional', this term is used to describe behavior where someone acts as if they are knowledgeable or skilled in a particular area, even if they are not. It often suggests a lack of au...
He pretended to be professional at the meeting, which I found silly.
This idiom means 'half a pound and eight ounces,' suggesting that two parties are equally matched or equally flawed. It’s used to indicate that neither side in a disagreement is better than the other.
The result of their argument was actually that neither side was better off.
Translating to 'have no choice,' this term expresses a sense of resignation or acceptance of a situation that cannot be changed. It's often used in contexts of giving up.
There's nothing I can do about it, I just have to accept it.
This term means 'not understanding' and is often used humorously to express confusion or bewilderment in discussions, particularly when faced with complex or contradictory opinions.
Your logic really confuses me.
This phrase means 'various styles of self-destructive behavior.' It describes actions that are unnecessarily dangerous or reckless, often used humorously in contexts where someone tries overly risky stunts.
His self-destructive behavior is really nerve-wracking.
This term means 'to distance oneself' from a situation or responsibility, often used when someone tries to clear their name or avoid blame. It implies a tactic of self-preservation.
He constantly distanced himself during the argument to avoid being implicated.
This phrase translates to 'a sheep did something,' which became a meme in its own right. It's often used to sarcastically describe someone who has made a silly mistake or misunderstanding.
He didn’t get his salary yesterday, what a silly mistake.
Translating to 'all sentient beings suffer,' this phrase reflects a philosophical perspective on life’s hardships. It’s often used humorously or cynically in discussions about daily struggles, especially in a light-he...
All sentient beings suffer; today is another busy day.
Translates to 'not afraid of the cold.' Used to describe someone who remains unfazed by criticism or challenges. It reflects a resilient attitude.
She is really not afraid of the cold, never backing down from criticism.
A phonetic representation of someone talking too much or being overly chatty. It’s often used to express annoyance or disbelief at someone's excessive talking.
He started talking non-stop again and just can't stop.
This term means 'to snore,' but is often used humorously online to describe someone who is not paying attention or is uninformed about a topic. It embodies a sense of detachment or ignorance.
I was telling a joke, and he was actually snoring.
Literally 'argument champion,' this term humorously refers to someone who excels at arguing, often used in friendly banter among friends.
Among our friends, he is definitely the argument champion.
Translating to 'evil sprout,' this term humorously refers to bad habits or urges that begin to develop in someone. It highlights the playful aspect of recognizing one’s flaws.
Recently, I feel like my evil urges are starting to grow.
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