1-minute News | Why is 'seeking da zi' becoming more popular among young people?

A burgeoning relationship trend is captivating China, where young individuals seeking companionship are embracing the concept of temporary partnerships. This emerging trend is attributed to its potential to provide the perks of a relationship without the intricate complexities that often accompany it. As reported by the South China Morning Post (SCMP), this innovative approach to companionship is gaining traction among the country's youth.

Termed “da zi” in Mandarin, meaning “everything can be matched,” temporary partnerships are predicated on selecting like-minded individuals, regardless of gender, and sometimes without prior familiarity. The essence lies in daily communication through platforms like WeChat, even if physical meetings are infrequent or nonexistent.

A thorough discussion of the rise of the “seeking da zi” style of making friends mainly involves two aspects. On the one hand, with the development of society and the fast pace of life, people do not have much time and energy to maintain a friendship; on the other hand, many young people begin to pay more attention to their inner feelings and are more inclined to live in the way they want and feel comfortable. Therefore, the “seeking da zi” style of socializing is popular among young people not only because of its simple and burden-free characteristics but also because it can meet their personalized social needs.

If friends are centered around companionship, then “da zi” is about enjoyment. How many people as the “da zi” do you have? Feel free to mention them in the comments and let me see.