摸鱼 (mō yú) — To touch fish

Literally 'to touch fish,' this slang is used to describe the act of slacking off or procrastinating, especially during work hours. It reflects a light-hearted attitude towards work and responsibilities.

今天我在办公室摸鱼了一整天。

I slacked off all day at the office today.

This term is popular in workplaces where employees feel overwhelmed and seek to find moments of relaxation during their tasks.

Category: daily-life