Sheng nu

Sheng nu is a word used in China to describe women who are single and over a certain age. In Chinese culture, being married and having children is highly valued, and women who are not married by their late twenties or early thirties are often seen as "leftover" or undesirable.

Now, let's break that down. Imagine you have a group of toys, and everyone wants to play with the newest toy. As time goes on, the new toy becomes older and not as shiny as it used to be. This is what happens to some women in China - when they are young, they are desired and sought after like a new toy. But as they get older and aren't married yet, some people think they aren't as valuable or wanted anymore.

This idea of the sheng nu can be really difficult for women who are trying to find a partner or who don't want to get married at all. It can make them feel like they're not good enough or like they have to rush into a relationship just to avoid being seen as "leftover."

It's important to remember that everyone deserves to be loved and respected, no matter their age or relationship status. And just like a toy, a person's worth doesn't decrease just because they've been around for a little while longer.