Modern Chinese loop
摸鱼
to slack off at work Modern phrases live or die by tone and context. Learn when it sounds natural before throwing it into chat.
to slack off at work
Chat-safe phrase
to slack off at workModern Mandarin is not just shorter Mandarin. It carries attitude, relationship, and risk.
Reading supports
Use these after the first listen. Pinyin is scaffolding; English is context; neither should become a sofa.
Usage
Casual; do not say it to your boss unless joking safely. In shopping, it can sound natural if the tone is playful.