开胃菜 (kāi wèi cài) — Meaning 'appetizer
Literally meaning 'appetizer,' this term is used in a metaphorical sense to describe something that stimulates interest or curiosity before the main event, such as trailers for movies or introductory remarks.
Example Usage
这个视频就像开胃菜，让人期待后面的内容。
This video is like an appetizer, making me look forward to the rest of the content.
Cultural Context
Often used in the context of entertainment or media to capture initial interest.
Category: internet-culture