装逼 (zhuāng bī)
What does 装逼 (zhuāng bī) mean? 装逼 (zhuāng bī) is a Chinese strong that translates to “poser / show-off / fake it till you make it” in English.
Literal Translation
pretend cunt / fake badass
Meaning & Usage
"poser / show-off / fake it till you make it"
To pretend to be awesome; to pose; to show off.
Examples in the Wild
别装逼了！ (Bié zhuāngbī le! - Stop pretending/posing!)
When to Use It
Context
- Informal settings where profanity is accepted
- Expressing strong frustration or emphasis
- Direct confrontation (use with caution)
Avoid
- Professional or formal settings
- Around elders or authority figures
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
Combination of 装 (zhuāng - pretend/act) and 逼 (bī - badass/cunt). Accuses someone of pretending to be NB (牛屄 - awesome) when they're not. Major social sin in Chinese culture valuing authenticity.
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