打工狂魔 (dǎ gōng kuáng mó) — 'workaholic

This term means 'workaholic,' referring to someone who is extremely dedicated to their job at the expense of their personal life. It is often used to describe those who wear their workaholism as a badge of honor, but may also acknowledge the negative impact on health and relationships.

Example Usage

他真是个打工狂魔,每天加班到深夜。

He is really a workaholic, working overtime until late every night.

Cultural Context

The term addresses the modern work culture in China, where long hours are often normalized and glorified.

Category: daily-life