gei6 lim1 so1 daa2忌廉梳打
Jyutpinggei6 lim1 so1 daa2
Yalegeih līm sō dá
Definition
Cream soda.
colloquialdrink
How it's used
This term is a direct phonetic loan from English, reflecting the local preference for using transliterated names for Western-style soft drinks. It is almost exclusively used to refer to the bright green, vanilla-flavored carbonated beverage found in local tea restaurants and convenience stores. It is often paired with milk to make a popular local drink known as 忌廉溝鮮奶.
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Common phrases
cream soda mixed with fresh milk
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with generic soda or sparkling water, as the term specifically refers to the sweet, green-colored cream soda brand or flavor profile common in Hong Kong.
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