• The Mandarin term “充电” originally referred to plugging an object into a socket to recharge its power.  

• In Singapore, the expanded meaning of the term generally refers to taking a break or going on a holiday in order to re-energise a person’s physical and mental state.

Research has shown that, compared to consuming beverages such as coffee, taking a short nap in the afternoon is more effective in increasing productivity. To show that they care for their hardworking employees, some large technology companies such as Google and Facebook have provided sleeping pods at their headquarters as a way for employees to recharge themselves. 

• In Mainland China, the term “充电” more commonly refers to people enriching themselves through learning.