Definition
狐狸精 literally means 'fox spirit' and originates from Chinese folklore, where a fox that cultivates for centuries can transform into a beautiful woman who seduces men, often with sinister intentions. In modern Chinese, it is a strong derogatory term for a woman seen as seductive, manipulative, or a 'vixen' — essentially calling someone a home-wrecker. The term carries heavy negative connotations and is used as an insult, not a compliment.
n.
fox spirit (mythological creature in Chinese folklore)(derogatory) seductive womanvixenhome-wrecker
Examples
- ，狐狸精。Mínjiān chuánshuō zhōng, hú li jīng yào xiūliàn qiān nián cái néng biànhuà chéng rén.In folklore, a fox spirit needs to cultivate for a thousand years before it can transform into a human.
- ，狐狸精。Tā dàochù gōuyǐn biérén de zhàngfu, dàjiā dōu mà tā shì hú li jīng.She seduces other people's husbands everywhere; everyone curses her as a fox spirit.
- ，狐狸精。Gǔdài xiǎoshuō li, hú li jīng jīngcháng zài yuè yuán zhī yè chūxiàn.In ancient novels, fox spirits often appear on full moon nights.
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