Pickup artists (PUA), self-identified as dating coaches, the seduction community or the pickup community, is a movement of men whose goal is seduction and sexual success with women.

How do you tell if a guy is a Pua?

When in doubt, here are some telltale signs youre talking to a pick-up artist:He uses shock tactics. He insults you. He recites lines from a playbook. He hits on other women. He gets angry when you dont respond to his advances the way he wants. He oozes false confidence.More items •Dec 1, 2014

What is Pua Chinese slang?

Many also did not know that there is a name for men who often use such cruel tactics in pursuit of women: PUAs, or pickup artists. In China, the English initials PUA refer to both the man and his manipulative techniques. Over the last decade, it has become a big business in China.