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What is '躺平(tan pin)' mean in Chinese Slang?

This term refers to rejecting societal expectations of working hard, achieving success, and constantly striving for more. Instead, people who "躺平" choose to do the bare minimum to get by, avoiding stress and competition. It’s a form of passive resistance to the pressures of modern life, especially in a highly competitive society like China.

Example: If someone quits their high-pressure job to live a simple, low-key life, you might say, "They’ve decided to 躺平."

Fun fact: The term sparked a lot of debate in China, with some people praising it as a way to prioritize mental health and others criticizing it as giving up on ambition.

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