How to Say ‘A cup of’ in Simplified Chinese
一杯
💬 Usage Tip: Combine [一] and [杯] to specify a single drink portion.
🇨🇳 In China: Chinese etiquette often involves being precise about quantities when ordering.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
一
[yī]
a cup of
A measure of drink quantity.
我想喝一杯茶。
I want to drink a cup of tea.
杯
[bēi]
cup
Refers to a unit for drinks.
他喝了三杯水。
He drank three cups of water.
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