Behind the “Chinese Hide and Seek” TikTok Trend

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Explore the meaning, rules, and backstory of Chinese Hide and Seek
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You might’ve seen social media users say something like, “Wanna play Chinese Hide and Seek?” with a romantic or flirty emoji. But what does that mean? Basically, it’s a version of the game where the seeker gets to kiss the players they find, and asking people to play is another way of asking for a kiss! We’ll tell you more about the trend , if it’s real (and really Chinese), how to play , and everything else you need to know.

Chinese Hide and Seek: TikTok Meaning

“Chinese Hide and Seek” is a TikTok trend where users ask others if they’d like to play Chinese Hide and Seek. This is a version of the classic playground game where the seeker gets to kiss the players they find. It’s a lighthearted way to flirt, but it doesn’t actually have anything to do with China.

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What is Chinese Hide and Seek?

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    Chinese Hide and Seek is a TikTok version of the game that involves kissing. The TikTok version is just like any other game of Hide and Seek, but with a twist. The seeker has to kiss the person they find! This adds a fun, romantic, and saucy twist that makes the classic playground game perfect for couples and crushes to play together.
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    Chinese Hide and Seek might also refer to other twists on the game. When you search “Chinese Hide and Seek,” you’ll also find other variations on the classic children’s game. These versions usually come from the actually Chinese side of TikTok, with users showing off their own fun rules on video for other people to enjoy. Some of these rule variations include:
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Is Chinese Hide and Seek a real game?

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  1. The game is more of a TikTok trend than an actual game. Which is to say, we can’t find evidence of anyone actually playing Chinese Hide and Seek on video! Mostly, users on TikTok have been posting videos of themselves or their video game characters with the caption, “Wanna play Chinese Hide and Seek?” The implication is that they’re asking for a kiss, but in a cute, flirty way.
    • That doesn’t mean you can’t play the game! It’s a great little challenge for couples, and a great way to spend a romantic evening.
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Is Chinese Hide and Seek actually Chinese?

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  1. Probably not, no. There’s no evidence that the trend started in China or has any real connection to China. There’s also no evidence of a Chinese version of Hide and Seek with these rules. What’s more likely is that TikTok users wanted to start a trend with a version of the game that seemed “exotic” and exciting, and so they chose to call it “Chinese” to make it sound foreign and interesting.
    • Of course, this isn’t a great look. It’s not very cool to use other cultures or ethnicities to make something seem cool.
    • You might choose to call it something like “Hide and Go Kiss” instead.
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How to Play Chinese Hide and Seek

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    Ask your partner if they want to play a romantic version of Hide and Seek. You don’t want to play this game with just anyone—they have to be someone you want to kiss! Tell your partner about the game and explain the concept to them, that when the seeker finds you, they get to kiss you. This way, you also get your partner’s consent to kiss them beforehand, and consent is a must. [1]
    • Or, ask your crush to play as a cute and exciting way to make your move.
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    Tell your partner to hide while you count to 60. The game is mostly played just like Hide and Seek ! Tell your partner to find a place to hide. Close your eyes and count to 60 while they do. Or, if you want to be the one who gets kissed, tell your partner to close their eyes and count to 60 while you hide. [2]
    • Once you’ve reached 60, announce that you’re coming to search for them by shouting, “Ready or not, here I come!”
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    Kiss the hider when you find them. Once you’ve counted to 60, open your eyes and start seeking. Search all around your home until you find your partner, and when you do, give them a romantic kiss . What you do next is up to you. Go in for another kiss, or swap roles and play again!
    • Or, add a rule where the hider gets to run, while the seeker must chase them to give the kiss to make the game longer and more exciting.
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What does “hide and seek” mean in slang?

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  1. To “play hide and seek” means to evade or hide from someone. When you hear “hide and seek” used in everyday conversation, it often means to run from, hide, or evade someone or something. The slang phrase uses the classic childhood game as shorthand for a cat-and-mouse situation.
    • Example: “I’ve been playing Hide and Seek with the boss. Don’t tell him I’m avoiding him.”
    • Example: “It’s like I’ve been playing Hide and Seek with these pants, I just can’t find them anywhere.”
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What is the Hide and Seek method in dating?

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  1. “Hide and Seek” in dating is another way of saying “playing hard to get.” Playing hard to get means that you keep yourself at a slight distance from the person you’re dating. You limit your interactions, make yourself less available, and make it a little harder to reach you. You might also play hot-and-cold, being warm one moment and distant the next. The idea is that making yourself harder to “catch” makes you more mysterious, interesting, and attractive. [3]
    • Playing hard to get is a classic dating move, but keep in mind that if you play too hard to get, the other person may decide it’s not worth the time or effort.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/relationships/social-connection/setting-healthy-boundaries-in-relationships
      2. ↑ https://ncefnep.org/hide-and-seek/
      3. ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-attraction-doctor/201606/how-and-why-to-play-hard-to-get

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