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Chen Shui-bian's witty reply to netizen amuses, prompts jokes about confiscating phone

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Former Taiwan President Chen Shui-bian engaged with netizens on Threads, using popular internet slang.
  • When a user expressed hope for a signed photo, Chen humorously responded by playing on the words 'photo,' 'meeting,' and 'signature.'
  • His witty reply, involving a pun on a name, amused other netizens who praised his use of wordplay.

Former Taiwanese President Chen Shui-bian is actively engaging with the public on the social media platform Threads, demonstrating a knack for using current internet slang and connecting with younger audiences. His recent interactions have garnered positive attention, with many users expressing newfound appreciation for his communication style.

If there's a chance, we'll hold a makeup signing event for 'taking photos, meeting, and signing.' But don't abbreviate this interaction as 'Zhao Jianming.'

โ€” Chen Shui-bianResponding to a netizen's request for a signed photo on Threads.

One netizen recently posted on Threads, tagging Chen and stating, "Former President Ah-Bian, I feel like I'm starting to change my mind about you. Keep it up! I hope to get your signed photo one day." The user's message conveyed a sense of growing respect and a lighthearted request.

Chen Shui-bian responded with characteristic humor, replying, "If there's a chance, we'll hold a makeup signing event for 'taking photos, meeting, and signing.'" He then added a playful jab, cautioning, "But don't abbreviate this interaction as 'Zhao Jianming' (็…ง่ฆ‹ๅ)," a clever pun that references the name of Chen's former son-in-law, Zhao Jianming, and plays on the sounds of 'photo,' 'meeting,' and 'signature.'

This is a self-inflicted hell meme.

โ€” NetizenComment on Chen Shui-bian's witty response.

This witty response quickly amused other netizens, who flooded the comments section with praise for Chen's linguistic skills. Comments included remarks like "This is a self-inflicted hell meme," "President Ah-Bian always has the best puns," and "I think not just your son, but your daughter might confiscate your phone too." The exchange highlighted Chen's adeptness at using wordplay and humor in his online interactions, earning him accolades for his cleverness.

President Ah-Bian always has the best puns.

โ€” NetizenPraising Chen Shui-bian's use of wordplay.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.