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Chinese Urban Dictionary

Learn the latest slang, memes, and trends of China’s netizens
IDIOMS

Idiomized: Mastering the Art of Cooking in Four Characters

As one of the oldest professions, chefs have inspired many idioms that show wisdom beyond the act of cooking itself

Liu Jue (刘珏)

Oct. 22, 2025

STREET TALK

Why Gen Z Is Turning Against Curator Cafés in China

As younger consumers favor experiences over products, “curator”-led cafés and boutiques have sprung up across China. Yet with growing pushback agains…

Aria Zhang

Oct. 17, 2025

SOCIAL CHINESE

Liuzi Vibes: How Chinese Students Survive Studying Abroad

With recent crackdowns on foreign students in the US, the prospect of studying abroad is becoming increasingly fraught for Chinese students—but they …

Aria Zhang

July 18, 2025

IDIOMS

Idiomized: Ancient China’s Most Famous Battle in Four Characters

Learn idioms of eloquence, trickery, and deceit—all inspired by the Battle of Red Cliffs

Sun Jiahui (孙佳慧)

July 9, 2025

CHINESE CHARACTERS

能: A Character Capable of Anything

How the original character for “bear” came to mean ability, power, and more

Huang Weijia (黄伟嘉), Chu Dandan (储丹丹), and Liu Jue (刘珏)

May 29, 2025

STREET TALK

Money First, Love Later: How Young People Are Redefining the “Internet Valentine’s Day”

May 20, also known as the “Chinese Internet Valentine’s Day,” has over the years morphed into yet another shopping festival, much like the equally ma…

Yang Tingting (杨婷婷) & Tan Yunfei (谭云飞)

May 23, 2025

STREET TALK

Food Fight: China’s Food Delivery Platforms Go Toe to Toe

In a scramble to capture and retain both customers and delivery riders, the country’s three biggest delivery platforms have gone into “war mode”

Aria Zhang

May 19, 2025

CHINESE CHARACTERS

育: The Character That Follows You From Birth

Explore the character that encompasses birth, nurture, and education

Huang Weijia (黄伟嘉) & Liu Jue (刘珏)

May 9, 2025

IDIOMS

Idiomized: 4 Characters That Weighed Too Little

As China launches a national weight management campaign, we take a look at idioms about being thin—once considered another major health risk througho…

Sun Jiahui (孙佳慧)

May 1, 2025

SOCIAL CHINESE

Car Talk: Starting a New Life on Wheels

With innovative features like auto parking and gaming cockpits, smart EVs are capturing the hearts of young buyers. Here’s a language guide to buying…

Aria Zhang

April 14, 2025

STREET TALK

China’s Jolly Snow King Protects His Throne

After a food safety scandal, China’s largest milk tea brand Mixue Bingcheng has emerged seemingly unscathed thanks to its supporters’ loyalty. Learn …

Aria Zhang

March 25, 2025

IDIOMS

Idiomized: How to Rebel in 4 Characters

Learn these essential Chinese “chengyu” to praise a free spirit, or to discipline a rebellious child

Venla Tang

Feb. 21, 2025

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