What is '社畜(shè kù)' mean in Chinese Slang?
This term literally means "corporate livestock" and refers to employees who are overworked and treated like cogs in a machine. It’s a self-deprecating term used to describe the exhausting and dehumanizing aspects of corporate life.
Example: If you’re working late every day and feel exhausted, you might say, "I’m just a 社畜, surviving the grind."
Fun fact: The term originated in Japan as "shachiku" and was adopted into Chinese internet culture.
Popular Slangs
tiangou
Someone who desperately tries to please others
面基
Meeting in person. Offline meetup.
真香
It’s actually good. I take it back.
lala
Lesbian
杠精
Argument addict. Troll.
带节奏
Setting the rhythm. Leading the narrative.
bhys
excuse me; sorry
绿茶
A seemingly innocent but manipulative woman
躺平
Lie flat. opt out of the rat race.
666
You’re awesome! That’s so cool!