STREET TALK

Learn the Viral Slang of the Paris Olympics

From “sense of relaxation” to “makeshift troupe,” discover how Chinese netizens are talking about the Paris Olympics

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CHINESE CHARACTERS

On the Character: 借

Here’s a character to borrow in hard times—but don’t forget to give it back

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Creating an Atmosphere

For members of the "atmosphere group," appearing to be hard at work is all that matters

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SOCIAL CHINESE

Gilded Expressions

The handbook on humblebragging in Chinese

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STREET TALK

On Humanity

Why young Chinese call themselves “laborers,” “balance payers,” and “tool people”

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SOCIAL CHINESE

Game On!

A play-by-play of sports commentary in Chinese

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STREET TALK

The Walking Dead

Why young Chinese describe themselves as “socially dead”

SOCIAL CHINESE

Blind Love

How to navigate China’s blind date scene

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SOCIAL CHINESE

Fanning the Flames

Talking like a true fanatic of a Chinese idol

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TRADITIONAL CULTURE

On the Character: 吃

A versatile character to suit any palate