Why does the Chinese word for "Two / Dumb" sound like
Are?!

The Real Meaning

In Mandarin Chinese, the character (pronounced as èr) actually translates to Two / Dumb.

The Funny Part

二 also means 'stupid/foolish' in slang. Calling someone 二 is like calling them a derp.

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二 means two! èr — fourth tone. In slang, calling someone 二 means they're a bit silly!