蹭热度

蹭熱度
cèngrèdù
verb

Meanings

  1. 1 to ride the hype
  2. 2 to piggyback on a trending topic
  3. 3 to clout-chase

Examples

HSK 5
Tā fā zhè tiáo Wēibó jiùshì zài cèngrèdù.
He posted this on Weibo just to ride the hype.
HSK 7-9
Hěnduō pǐnpái dōu xiǎng cèng zhège huàtí de rèdù.
Many brands want to piggyback on this topic's popularity.

Tips

usage
Almost always negative - implies someone is exploiting a trending topic for attention without adding real value. literally means 'to rub against/freeload.'
culture
Common accusation against influencers, brands, or minor celebrities who post about trending events just for clicks and followers.

Stroke Order

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