加班狗 (jiā bān gǒu) — Overtime dog

Literally 'overtime dog', this term describes someone who frequently works overtime, often with a humorous or self-deprecating twist. It reflects the demanding work culture prevalent in many industries.

Example Usage

最近我变成了加班狗,每天都要加班。

Recently, I've turned into an overtime dog, having to work overtime every day.

Cultural Context

Highlights the often stressful and demanding environment faced by workers in competitive job markets.

Category: daily-life