Guaranteed(包的):
In Chinese, it is pronounced as: bāo de，Written as:

Guaranteed is a popular Chinese internet slang term in recent years, primarily used to express certainty, commitment, or emphasis.

The term originates from a dialect homophone, initially associated with dialects in regions like Sichuan and Chongqing. It later evolved through online dissemination. A gaming streamer popularized it by repeatedly using confident expressions such as “包赢的” (“guaranteed victory”) or “包有梗的” (“guaranteed to be meme-worthy”) during live broadcasts, prompting viewers to imitate and spread the term. Its core meaning is “guaranteed” or “definitely.” It can be used as a direct response to questions (e.g., “包的！” meaning “No problem!”) or embedded in the structure “包XX的” to emphasize a specific trait or outcome (e.g., “包无敌的” meaning “guaranteed invincible”).

In practical communication, “包的” frequently appears in informal conversations, such as banter among friends, gaming interactions, or social media comments. For example, replying “包的！” to “Can you complete this task?” conveys confidence. The term has also spawned variations, such as the northern-accented “包der” or the reduplicated form “包包的”, further enhancing its playful tone. In some contexts, “包的” may carry sarcasm—for instance, using “包的翻车” (“guaranteed failure”) to mock a plan likely to backfire, requiring interpretation based on context.

The popularity of “包的” reflects the internet’s preference for concise and humorous language, particularly among younger generations who adopt it as a marker of identity. However, amid the proliferation of online slang, terms like “包的”—reliant on homophone wordplay—have been criticized by some experts as “cringey internet jargon” (烂梗), seen as potentially undermining linguistic standards for teenagers.