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What is '电灯泡' mean in Chinese Slang?

Literally 'light bulb', referring to a third person who disrupts a romantic atmosphere during a couple's date. Often used humorously or self-deprecatingly.

Example: I don't want to be a light bulb, you two go ahead

Fun fact: The term comes from the idea that a light bulb is bright and intrusive

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Nonsense

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Pulling out grass. Losing interest in something.

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You’re an idiot. You’re so dumb.

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It’s actually good. I take it back.

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Expanding the list. Making new friends.

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Humblebragging. Showing off in a low-key way.

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Exactly! That’s right!

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Gay man

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Save me! Help!

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Argument addict. Troll.