o1 waa4 tin4阿華田阿华田
Jyutpingo1 waa4 tin4
Yaleō wàh tìhn
Definition
Ovaltine; a popular malted milk drink.
colloquialdrink
How it's used
Ovaltine is a staple in Hong Kong tea culture, often served alongside Horlicks as a classic comfort drink. It is frequently ordered as a hot or cold beverage in local cafes and is a common childhood drink served at home. The shortened form 華田 is very common in casual speech, especially when ordering at a restaurant.
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bui1杯būiExamples
Do you prefer drinking Ovaltine or Horlicks?
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