In today’s digital age, social media has become a vital part of our communication. Whether you’re a tourist, expatriate, or just looking to expand your linguistic horizons, knowing some key social media and communication phrases in Chinese can greatly improve your online and real-life interactions. Here, we will explore some essential phrases that will help you navigate social media platforms and communicate effectively in Chinese.
朋友圈 (péng yǒu quān) – This term refers to one’s social circle or friend list on social media, especially on platforms like WeChat.
你的朋友圈真的很活跃啊。
点赞 (diǎn zàn) – Literally meaning “to tap praise,” this phrase is used when you like or approve of a post or a comment on social media.
我刚刚在你的照片上点赞了。
转发 (zhuǎn fā) – This means to repost or share someone else’s post on your own social media feed.
如果你喜欢这个故事，请转发。
评论 (píng lùn) – Comment on a post or an article on social media platforms.
我在你的最新帖子下面留了一个评论。
私信 (sī xìn) – Direct or private message sent to a person on social media.
我给你发了一条私信，你查收一下。
关注 (guān zhù) – To follow someone on social media to see their posts and updates.
我刚关注了你的微博。
取关 (qǔ guān) – To unfollow someone on social media.
她没有再更新，我决定取关。
话题标签 (huà tí biāo qiān) – Hashtag, used to tag specific topics or themes in posts.
大家都在用这个话题标签。
热门 (rè mén) – Trending or popular, often used to describe topics that are currently popular on social media.
这个新闻现在很热门。
流量 (liú liàng) – Traffic or the number of views/visitors on a social media post or page.
这篇文章的流量惊人。
博主 (bó zhǔ) – Blogger or the owner of a blog.
这个博主的内容总是那么有趣。
粉丝 (fěn sī) – Fans or followers of a particular social media account.
他有成千上万的粉丝。
直播 (zhí bō) – Live broadcast on platforms such as Douyin (TikTok) or other streaming services.
她经常在周末进行直播。
刷屏 (shuā píng) – To continuously post or send messages that dominate a feed or chat, literally means “swipe screen.”
他的消息刷屏了我的手机。
土味情话 (tǔ wèi qíng huà) – Cheesy lines or old-fashioned romantic phrases, often used humorously.
他总是说一些土味情话来逗我笑。
网红 (wǎng hóng) – Internet celebrity, someone who has gained fame through the internet.
那个网红又发布了一条新视频。
潮流 (cháo liú) – Trend, refers to the current or popular style in fashion, music, etc., on social media.
这首歌现在非常潮流。
Understanding these phrases not only enriches your vocabulary but also enhances your ability to engage with Chinese-speaking communities online. Social media platforms are a great way to immerse yourself in the language and culture, and knowing how to communicate effectively in these environments can open many doors, whether for personal enjoyment or professional growth. As you continue to learn and interact, you’ll find that these phrases become second nature, allowing you to navigate the digital world in Chinese with confidence.
