小马扎 (xiǎo mǎ zhā) — Small horse stool

Literally meaning 'small horse stool,' this term is used to refer to someone who is a bit childish or not very sophisticated. It can also imply that a person's understanding of a situation is simplistic.

Example Usage

别这样说,他只是个小马扎而已。

Don't say that, he's just a bit childish.

Cultural Context

Often used among friends to tease someone without being too harsh.

Category: love-friends