搞钱 (gǎo qián) — Hustle; to grind for money; to chase th...

Example Usage

周末不休息，我要搞钱！

No rest on weekends — I'm out here getting that money!

Cultural Context

Gǎo qián has become a Gen Z rallying cry. Against a backdrop of economic pressure and competitive job markets, 搞钱 captures the hustle mindset — working side gigs, freelancing, or anything to make extra income.