Why does the Chinese word for "Tired / Exhausted" sound like
Lay?!

The Real Meaning

In Mandarin Chinese, the character (pronounced as lèi) actually translates to Tired / Exhausted.

The Funny Part

996 work culture (9am to 9pm, 6 days a week) made this the most relatable word in modern China.

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累 means tired! lèi — fourth tone. The most relatable word in modern China's 996 culture.