Recently, a new internet word attracts many
people’s attention that is “小鲜肉(xiao3 xian1 rou4)”. What is the specif
meaning of this Chinese new word? So, today, we are going to find the answer in
this online
Chinese course.
Literally, can you guess the meaning of “小鲜肉(xiao3 xian1 rou4)”? Let us divide them into two
parts. One is “小(xiao3)” and the other is “鲜肉(xian1rou4)”. If you have learned Chinese
language before, it is easy to know what does “小” mean. Exactly it means “small or little” in English.
So how about “鲜肉(xian1 rou4)”. “鲜(xian1)” can be understood as a adjective that is used
to describe the noun “肉(rou4)”. This phrase literally means “the
fresh meat”. So, we can get to know the literal meaning of “小鲜肉” is “the little fresh meat”.
You may feel puzzled when you hear such an
explanation. Do not worry. It is just a literal translation. There must be some
implied of specific reference in it.
Actually, as the name “小鲜肉” indicates, it refers to those young, handsome,
energetic and dynamic boys. Especially those male stars at the age between 12
and 22.
How does this phrase spread quickly on the
internet? It is concerned with a Chinese boy group called “TF Boys” which is
made up of three young boys. The average age of them is 14. They have gained a
lot of people’s appreciation on their showing up on the TV. They are young;
they are active; they look good; they sing well; their smiles are like the
sunshine. These are all the praises from their fans. They have become the
well-known “小鲜肉” in China.
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