洗脑 (xǐ nǎo) — Brainwashing

Literally 'brainwashing,' this term describes content that is catchy or addictive, often used to refer to songs, memes, or trends that get stuck in one's mind.

Example Usage

这首歌太洗脑了,我一天都在哼。

This song is so catchy; I've been humming it all day.

Cultural Context

Often used to describe viral content that is hard to forget.

Category: internet-culture