1, The full form of plgg/pljj is 漂亮哥哥 (piàoliang gēgē; plgg; used for men) and 漂亮姐姐 (piàoliang jiějiě; pljj)

漂亮哥哥 (piàoliang gēgē; plgg; used for men) and 漂亮姐姐 (piàoliang jiějiě; pljj; used for women) can be translated as “pretty brother” and “pretty sister,” respectively. Chinese netizens generally use these phrases to compliment someone’s good looks. Keep in mind, however, that “plgg” is typically used to describe stereotypically feminine men.

For example:

• 哇！这真是个 plgg / pljj 。
• Wa! Zhè zhēnshi gè plgg/ pljj.
• Wow, this plgg/pljj is really attractive.

These terms can also be used as a polite form of address for someone the speaker doesn’t know well. For example:

• Plgg / pljj，请问这个是什么？
• Plgg / pljj, qǐngwèn, zhège shì shénme?
• Plgg / pljj, may I ask what this is?