Chinese · Emotions & Feelings
无聊
wúliáo
Bored
Beginneradjective
Definition
Feeling uninterested because nothing fun is happening.
Example
这部电影太无聊了。
This movie is so boring.
Etymology
'无聊' (wúliáo) is composed of '无' (wú), meaning 'not' or 'without,' and '聊' (liáo), which suggests 'to chat' or 'to talk.' Together, it communicates a sense of lacking interest or engagement, evolving to describe ennui in modern use.
How & Where It’s Used
'无聊' is predominantly used in colloquial settings and is particularly informal, often reflecting personal feelings of boredom in spoken language among younger generations.