loeng4 caa4涼茶凉茶
Jyutpingloeng4 caa4
Yalelèuhng chàh
Definition
Chinese herbal tea; traditional medicinal drinks made from Chinese herbs designed to clear body heat.
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How it's used
Often consumed as a preventive measure against heatiness, which is a common concept in local health culture. While it is technically a medicinal decoction, it is treated like a casual beverage and sold in small shops throughout the city. Many varieties are notoriously bitter, so it is common to see people drink them quickly in one go.
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bui1杯būiExamples
Your throat hurts, go drink some herbal tea.
Have you had your herbal tea today?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with standard tea leaves like 綠茶 or 紅茶, as it specifically refers to medicinal herbal brews. It is also not meant to be sipped slowly for enjoyment like a regular beverage.
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