Literal translation
Versailles
When to use it
Teasing friends who flex disguised as complaints. Slightly mocking tone.
Origin
Named after Versailles' luxury; popularized by a web novel's self-deprecating rich characters. Won People's Daily buzzword lists.
Examples
- 真烦,男朋友又送了我一个包,凡尔赛了。Ugh, my boyfriend bought me another bag — total humble-brag.
Similar slang
凡尔赛文学 (Versailles literature)装 (to show off — direct)