Definition
来头 is a noun that refers to a person's background, connections, or the source of their influence — often implying that someone has powerful backing. It can also mean the hidden motive behind someone's words or actions. In colloquial usage, 来头 can mean 'interest' or 'fun', usually in negative constructions like 没来头 ('no fun').
n.
backgroundconnectionsor backing (of a person, often implying influence)motive or reason behind someone's words or actions(colloquial) interestfunor excitement
Examples
- 来头，。Zhège rén hěn yǒu lái tóu, dàjiā dōu duì tā hěn kèqì.This person has influential backing; everyone is polite to him.
- 来头，。Tā shuōhuà yǒu lái tóu, bú shì suíbiàn shuō de.There's a motive behind his words; he doesn't speak casually.
- 来头，。Zhège yóuxì méi shénme lái tóu, wán qǐlái méi yìsi.This game isn't very interesting; it's boring to play.
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