帅哥
shuàigē
The English phrase "pretty boy" can be translated into Chinese as 帅哥 (shuàigē).
帅哥 is a colloquial term used to describe a handsome guy or handsome man. In many contexts, it functions as a generic, polite way to address a young man or a male stranger, similar to saying "hey, handsome" or "sir" in a casual setting.
Meaning: Translations (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The term is composed of 帅 (shuài), meaning handsome and 哥 (gē), meaning older brother or guy.
Which one should you use?
While it can mean a "pretty boy" in terms of aesthetics, 帅哥 is generally a compliment to a man's handsomeness rather than a derogatory term for being effeminate.
How do you pronounce it?
shuàigē
Did you know?
- The term 帅 originally referred to a military commander or general, meaning the word for 'handsome' literally began as a word for 'leader'.
- While 帅哥 is a compliment, using the term 小白脸 ('little white face') to describe a pretty boy implies he is a gold-digger supported by a wealthy woman.
- If a man is described as 油帅 ('oily handsome'), it means he is a 帅哥 who tries too hard or behaves in a sleazy, overly confident manner.
Examples in context
- 当他走进房间时，大家都马上注意到了那个帅哥。When he entered the room, everyone immediately noticed that handsome guy.
- 他被邀请到时尚晚会，因为他是一个有名的美男子。He was invited to the fashion event because he is a well-known pretty boy.
- 现在的帅哥真多。Xiànzài de shuàigē zhēn duō.There are so many pretty boys these days.
Example conversation
Two friends are people-watching at a cafe.
- 晓雯 Xiaowen你看，那个帅哥在看你。Nǐ kàn, nàge shuàigē zài kàn nǐ.Look, that pretty boy is looking at you.
- 伟 Wei真的吗？我没看到。Zhēnde ma? Wǒ méi kàndào.Really? I didn't see him.
- 晓雯 Xiaowen他真的很帅。Tā zhēnde hěn shuài.He is really handsome.
- 伟 Wei谢谢你的提醒，晓雯。Xièxie nǐ de tíxǐng, Xiǎowén.Thanks for telling me, Xiaowen.
