How to Say ‘A drink’ in Traditional Chinese
喝一杯
💬 Usage Tip: Common expression for suggesting a casual drink.
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: Implies a social intention rather than just quenching thirst.
Phrase Breakdown
喝
一杯
Word-by-Word Breakdown
喝
[hē]
have a drink
To consume a glass of liquid or alcohol.
我們去酒吧喝一杯吧。
Let's go to the bar to have a drink.
一
[yī]
one
Indicating a single item or unit.
晚上喝一杯紅酒助眠。
Having a glass of red wine at night helps sleep.
杯
[bēi]
cup; glass
Used to hold and consume fluids.
他給自己倒了一杯茶。
He poured himself a cup of tea.
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