水土不服 (shuǐ tǔ bù fú) — Literally means 'water and soi...
This phrase literally means 'water and soil are not suitable', referring to feeling uncomfortable or unwell, especially in a new environment. It carries a sense of adaptation issues.
Example Usage
我刚搬到新城市，感觉水土不服。
I just moved to a new city and feel uncomfortable.
Cultural Context
It’s often used when discussing relocation challenges or cultural adjustments.
Category: daily-life