bi4 bi1啤啤
Jyutpingbi4 bi1
Yalebìh bī
Definition
A teddy bear, or to drink beer with friends.
- teddy bear
- slangto drink beer with friends
colloquialpeopledaily actions
How it's used
The term functions as a versatile reduplication, drawing from English loanwords for both a stuffed toy and the act of drinking beer. When referring to the drink, it is almost exclusively used as a verb phrase implying a social gathering rather than just the act of consuming alcohol alone. It carries a playful, informal tone that is common among friends.
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zek3隻jekExamples
He loves hugging his teddy bear to sleep.
Are you going for a beer with us after work tonight?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the verb 啤, which can mean to stare intensely at someone in a hostile or suspicious way. Context is essential to distinguish between a friendly invitation to drink and a confrontation.
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Grammar guides
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