脑细胞 (nǎo xì bāo) — Brain cells
Literally meaning 'brain cells', this term is used to describe a person who seems overwhelmed or forgetful. It often implies that someone is struggling to think clearly, especially in the context of complicated situations or tasks.
Example Usage
我昨天熬夜看剧，今天脑细胞都不够用了。
I stayed up all night watching a show, and now I don't have enough brain cells left.
Cultural Context
This term reflects a common experience among young people who often burn the midnight oil for entertainment, resulting in fatigue.
Category: daily-life