熬夜文化 (áo yè wén huà) — Burning the midnight oil culture; this ter...
Burning the midnight oil culture; this term describes the phenomenon of people staying up late, particularly in urban and digital contexts, often for work or entertainment. It's indicative of a hustle culture where sacrificing sleep is seen as a badge of honor.
Example Usage
为了追剧，我又开始了熬夜文化。
To binge-watch a series, I’ve once again embraced the midnight oil culture.
Cultural Context
This term reflects the pressures of modern life, especially among young adults in cities where late-night work or socializing is common.
Category: daily-life