What is '88' mean in Chinese Slang?
This one’s simple and fun. The number "8" in Chinese sounds like "ba" (吧), which is part of the word "拜拜" (bái bái), meaning "bye-bye." So, "88" is just a quick way to say goodbye in chats or texts. It’s casual and friendly, like saying "TTYL" (talk to you later) in English.
Example: If you’re ending a chat, you might say, "Gotta go, 88!"
Fun fact: The number "8" is considered lucky in Chinese culture, so "88" is extra positive!
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Popular Slangs
社死
Social death. mortifying embarrassment.
社畜
Corporate livestock. Overworked employee.
38
Gossipy. Nosy.
扩列
Expanding the list. Making new friends.
带节奏
Setting the rhythm. Leading the narrative.
同志
General term for homosexuals
杠精
Argument addict. Troll.
996
Overworked and underpaid.
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Expression of frustration
躺平
Lie flat. opt out of the rat race.