How to Say ‘A cup of coffee’ in Simplified Chinese
一杯咖啡
💬 Usage Tip: Combine number and noun for ordering: [一杯咖啡].
🇨🇳 In China: Popular chains like Starbucks are known as [星巴克] in China.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
一
[yī]
one
Indicates the quantity as a singular unit.
我喝了一杯咖啡。
I had a cup of coffee.
杯
[bēi]
cup
Refers to a standard drinking container.
我喝了一杯咖啡。
I had a cup of coffee.
咖啡
[kā fēi]
coffee
A popular caffeinated drink.
我喝了一杯咖啡。
I had a cup of coffee.
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