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What is '咸鱼' mean in Chinese Slang?

Literally 'salted fish', referring to people with no ambition or drive. Often used self-deprecatingly or humorously, inspired by a Stephen Chow movie quote.

Example: I'm just a salted fish with no big dreams

Fun fact: The term became popular through Stephen Chow's movie 'Shaolin Soccer'

Popular Slangs

sb

Stupid or foolish person

CNM

Strong curse

666

You’re awesome! That’s so cool!

1314

Forever. a lifetime

画饼

Drawing a pie. Empty promises.

xgg

Little brother.

摸鱼

Touching fish. Slacking off.

同志

General term for homosexuals

绿茶

A seemingly innocent but manipulative woman

YY

Wishful thinking