What is '吃瓜' mean in Chinese Slang?

Literally 'eating melon', referring to people who watch drama unfold without getting involved. Often used online with a teasing tone.

Example: I'm just a melon-eating spectator, no comments

Fun fact: The term originated from online forums discussing celebrity gossip

Popular Slangs

Planting grass. Recommending something.

Lesbian

Pretty sister

You’re so dumb. You’re an idiot.

Corporate livestock. Overworked employee.

Overworked and underpaid.

Something that makes you emotional

Ideal type of man

Ideal type of woman

Pulling out grass. Losing interest in something.