What is '种草(zhǒng cǎo)' mean in Chinese Slang?
This term literally means "planting grass" and is used to describe recommending or hyping up a product, service, or idea. It’s like saying, "This is worth checking out!" The idea is that the recommendation "plants" a desire in someone’s mind.
Example: If a beauty influencer recommends a skincare product, you might say, "They really 种草 me on that moisturizer!"
Fun fact: The term is often used in shopping or lifestyle communities to share recommendations.