What is 'NPY' mean in Chinese Slang?
NPY stands for '男朋友/女朋友' (nán péng yǒu/nǚ péng yǒu), used to refer to a romantic partner. This term is widely used among young people, especially on social media and instant messaging apps. It reflects contemporary youth's pursuit of concise and fast expressions, while also demonstrating the simplification trend of internet language on traditional Chinese.
Example: When introducing your partner, you might say 'This is my NPY.'
Fun fact: It's commonly used in text messages and social media.