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EPISODE · Sep 2, 2025 · 6 MIN

Chinese Number Slang Explained | From Death to Love to Fool ☠️❤️🤪

from China Myth Podcast · host Gene Hsu

Chinese numbers are more than just math—they’re full of meanings, superstitions, and slang expressions that reveal how Chinese people think, feel, and communicate.In this episode of ABC in the Middle, I’ll walk you through the most commonly used Chinese number slangs, from unlucky 4 (四) and lucky 8 (八), to love messages like 520 (I love you), 521 (I'm willing), and even the not-so-nice 250 (idiot).You'll learn:Why Chinese buildings skip the 4th floorWhy license plates with 8s sell for millionsHow to say "I love you forever" in just 7 digitsWhy calling someone 250 (èr bǎi wǔ) is not a complimentAnd how number slangs are used on WeChat and social mediaEach number is explained with pronunciation, cultural psychology, and real-world examples—so you can use them confidently and avoid awkward misunderstandings.Watch all videos: https://youtube.com/@chinamyth#ChineseSlang #LearnMandarin #ChineseCulture #MandarinForBeginners #SpeakChinese

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Chinese numbers are more than just math—they’re full of meanings, superstitions, and slang expressions that reveal how Chinese people think, feel, and communicate. In this episode of ABC in the Middle, I’ll walk you through the most commonly used Chinese number slangs, from unlucky 4 (四) and lucky 8 (八), to love messages like 520 (I love you), 521 (I'm willing), and even the not-so-nice 250 (idiot). You'll learn: Why Chinese buildings skip the 4th floor Why license plates with 8s sell for ...

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