dung3 ning4 seoi2凍檸水冻柠水
Jyutpingdung3 ning4 seoi2
Yaledung nìhng séui
Definition
Iced lemon water, a popular drink served in Hong Kong style diners.
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How it's used
Ordering this drink is a staple of Hong Kong cafe culture, often referred to as a cha chaan teng. Unlike lemonade in many Western countries, this is typically unsweetened by default, allowing the customer to add sugar syrup to their own preference. It is common to use a spoon to press the lemon slices against the side of the glass to release more juice.
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bui1杯būiExamples
I would like to order an iced lemon water, please.
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Common phrases
iced lemon water with less sugar
iced lemon water with no sugar
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 檸檬茶, which is iced lemon tea. If you order 凍檸水, you will definitely get water, not tea.
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