岁月神偷 (suì yuè shén tōu) — '岁月神偷' translates to 'the thief of time
'岁月神偷' translates to 'the thief of time,' used to describe how quickly time passes and how it steals youth and opportunities. It’s often used nostalgically and reflects on the fleeting nature of life.
Example Usage
感觉岁月神偷，我的青春真的不再了。
I feel like time is a thief; my youth is truly gone.
Cultural Context
Frequently expressed in conversations about aging and the passage of time.
Category: daily-life