cung1 bui1 caa4沖盃茶冲杯茶
Jyutpingcung1 bui1 caa4
Yalechūng būi chàh
Definition
To brew or make a cup of tea.
colloquialdrinkdaily actions
How it's used
This phrase is a versatile way to describe the act of preparing tea, whether using tea bags or loose leaves. It emphasizes the process of pouring hot water over the tea to brew it. You will often hear it used as a polite request in both home and office settings.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 煲茶, which specifically refers to boiling tea leaves in a pot for a longer duration. Use 沖盃茶 for the quick, individual cup preparation common in daily life.
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