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Weird... but it works | The China Code Ep.5

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Takeaway Chinese
Published
Jun 2, 2026
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186
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Summary

Welcome to The China Code, where every two weeks we break down a trending Chinese internet buzzword. Today's phrase: 邪修 (xié xiū). Have you ever seen someone solve a problem in a way that looks completely wrong… but somehow works perfectly? In China, young people call this 邪修 (xié xiū) – unconventional shortcuts that break the "normal rules" but still get the job done. So why are people so obsessed with these strange little life hacks? Let's dive in. CONTACT THE TEAM We'd love to hear your feedback or suggestions for future buzzwords! Email: [email protected] Facebook: @crilearnchinese TikTok: @takeaway.chinese