dau6 naai5豆奶
Jyutpingdau6 naai5
Yaledauh náaih
Definition
Soy milk; soy bean milk.
colloquialfooddrink
How it's used
Refers specifically to the processed, often sweetened, bottled or carton drink found in convenience stores. While 豆漿 is the broader term often used for fresh, warm soy milk from a breakfast stall, 豆奶 implies a commercial product. It is a staple drink for a quick breakfast or a snack on the go.
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zi1支jīExamples
This bottle of soy milk is very smooth.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 豆漿, which is typically freshly ground and served hot in a bowl or cup. Using 豆奶 to describe a freshly made, unsweetened cup from a traditional stall sounds slightly unnatural.
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