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Social & Relationships·2010s·informal

晒

shài

To show off / share publicly — posting photos of purchases, trips, or achievements on social media.

Origin

Originally means "to dry in the sun." Extended meaning: to expose/display something publicly, especially on social media.

Examples

She's always 晒-ing her luxury bags on Instagram.

朋友圈晒美食。(Sharing food photos on WeChat Moments.)

Related terms

显眼包

xiǎn yǎn bāo

An 'attention-grabber' — a person, animal, or thing that grabs everyone's attention through a loud personality, bold appearance, or conspicuous antics; the class clown or show-off, now usually warm and teasing rather than harsh.

嘴替

zuǐ tì

Literally 'mouth substitute' — someone who voices an opinion exactly the way you wish you could, saying what's in your head but more clearly, bravely, or eloquently; 'they took the words right out of my mouth.'

凡尔赛

fán ěr sài

Humble-bragging — showing off wealth or achievements while pretending to be modest or complaining.

PUA

PUA

Psychological manipulation — used broadly to describe gaslighting, emotional manipulation, or toxic behavior by bosses, partners, etc.

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