绝绝子
jué jué zilit. “absolutely absolutely -er”
What it means
An emphatic expression that can mean either 'absolutely amazing' or 'absolutely terrible' depending on context — a versatile intensifier that adds emotional punch to any statement.
In real conversation
这家火锅绝绝子，太好吃了！
Positive use: genuine praise.
今天加了一天班，绝绝子了。
Negative use: same word, opposite meaning.
绝绝子这个词本身也挺绝绝子的。
Meta use: applying the word to itself.
The deeper story
The grammar of 绝绝子
绝 (jué) means "absolutely" or "extremely." Doubling it (绝绝) adds emphasis. The 子 (zi) suffix is a playful diminutive, similar to adding "-y" or "-ie" in English (like "doggy" or "sweetie").
The structure is:
绝 (extreme) + 绝 (extreme) + 子 (cute suffix) = "extremely extreme-y"
The love-hate relationship
绝绝子 is one of the most controversial slang words in Chinese internet history:
By 2026, the controversy itself became the joke. Saying "绝绝子" with a straight face is a form of ironic humor — you're using the word while simultaneously acknowledging that it's a ridiculous word.
The 子 suffix family
绝绝子 belongs to a family of slang words that use the 子 suffix for playful effect:
How to use it
Use 绝绝子 when you want to be deliberately dramatic:
The word works best when you're aware that it's a bit silly. Say it with confidence and a wink, and you'll sound like you're in on the joke.
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