Meaning and Usage
"粉丝" primarily means "fans" or "followers" of a person, group, or brand, especially in entertainment or social media contexts. It is used to describe people who admire or support someone.
Additionally, "粉丝" refers to a type of thin, transparent noodle made from mung bean starch, commonly used in Chinese cuisine.
Common Collocations
- 粉丝团 (fan club): a group of fans organized to support a celebrity.
- 粉丝经济 (fan economy): the commercial market driven by fans' consumption.
- 粉丝汤 (vermicelli soup): a dish featuring these noodles.
Usage Notes
When talking about people, "粉丝" is always plural and refers to supporters or admirers. It is informal and widely used in everyday speech and media.
When referring to the food, context usually makes it clear, but it is often paired with words like "汤" (soup) or "炒" (stir-fried).
Avoid confusing "粉丝" with "粉丝" as a homophone in other contexts; here it specifically means fans or vermicelli noodles.