破防(pò fáng) literally means “breaking defenses,” like in a battle. In slang, it refers to the emotional moment when someone’s psychological defenses collapse.

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破防 (pò fáng)

In modern Chinese, 佛系fó xì refers to a relaxed and non-competitive attitude. It originated from young people’s response to life’s stress, symbolizing an acceptance of "whatever happens, happens."

佛系fó xì

工具人gōng jù rén  literally means "tool person," referring to someone who is like a tool—used by others to fulfill tasks or solve problems. However, this term carries a playful or self-deprecating tone rather than a serious accusation.

工具人gōng jù rén

YYDS stands for 永远的神 (yǒng yuǎn de shén), which translates to “eternal god.” It’s used to express admiration, often for someone or something that’s considered the best or unbeatable.

YYDS

In Chinese, emo has transformed into a slang term. It no longer connects to music but instead refers to feeling sad, melancholic, or discouraged. It’s like saying “I’m in a mood,” but often with a playful or exaggerated tone.

社恐 (shè kǒng)literally means “social phobia,” but in modern slang, it’s not necessarily a clinical term. It’s used to describe someone who feels awkward or uncomfortable in social situations.