REAL INTERNET CHINESE
a dead shut-in, dead serious about never leaving home
a hardcore homebody or otaku who barely leaves the house, usually said with a teasing edge
- Who can you say it to?
- Close friends only Carries a swear or an insult. Only with people who would swear back.
- Out loud, or only typed?
- Say it or type it Works out loud and in chat.
- Is it still used?
- Settled in Past the fad stage, part of everyday speech.
When to say it
Use it to roast yourself or a close friend who cancels every plan to stay home gaming or watching anime. Self-deprecating or affectionate, never formal.
Hear it in the wild
Wǒ jiùshì ge sǐzhái, zhōumò bù chūmén.
I'm a total shut-in, I don't go out on weekends.
Bié sǐzhái le, chūlái dǎqiú!
Stop holing up at home, come out and play ball!
Quick answers
What does 死宅 mean?
a hardcore homebody or otaku who barely leaves the house, usually said with a teasing edge
When do people say 死宅?
Use it to roast yourself or a close friend who cancels every plan to stay home gaming or watching anime. Self-deprecating or affectionate, never formal.
When should you not say 死宅?
The word carries the sting of calling someone a loser. Fine as a joke on yourself or a close friend, rude aimed at someone you barely know.
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