翻车 (fān chē) — Overturned vehicle

Literally 'overturned vehicle,' this term metaphorically indicates failure or mishaps, particularly in online discussions or projects. It's often used when something goes wrong.

Example Usage

他的计划翻车了,我们得重新做。

His plan flopped; we need to redo it.

Cultural Context

'翻车' conveys a sense of unexpected failure and is commonly used in gaming or any competitive situation.

Category: internet-culture