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限量版 (xiànliàngbǎn) limited edition Usage: “限量版”有别于普通商品，它是具有特殊设计或纪念意义的，用限量销售的方式产生物以稀为贵的效果，然后高价卖出。一般限量产品比较受人推崇和关注，有时候还很难买到。
A “限量版” is different from an ordinary commodity. It is a special design or commemorative edition that is sold in limited quantities in order to make it rarer and more expensive. In general, limited edition products are more popular with greater attention, and are sometimes difficult to purchase.

逆袭 (nìxí) counterattack Usage: “逆袭”是网络用语，指较弱的一方在逆境中反击成功，具有积极向上的精神，是正能量的一种体现。The word “逆袭” comes from the internet, and it means when the weaker side successfully counterattacks while facing adversity. It has a positive spirit and is an embodiment of positive energy.

二把刀 (èr bǎ dāo)amateur; smatterer Usage: “二把刀”原来是指厨师的副手,后来指技术水平、工作能力不够高或者是对某项知识了解得还不够的人。当这个词用来形容说话人自己时表示自谦，用来形容别人时，有贬义色彩。"二把刀" originally meant assistant cook. Later, it refers to a person whose skill, ability for work, or knowledge is not enough. You can also hear people say it about themselves to show modesty. If it is used on somebody else, then it carries the derogatory meaning.

压根（儿）(yàgēn(r)) from the start; altogether Usage: “压根儿”的意思是从来，根本。一般用在否定句中,放在否定词前面使用。多用于口语中。"压(根儿) {yàgēn(r)}", often used in spoken language, means altogether or in the first place. It is usually used in negative sentences and put before the negative words.