si6 jat6 lai6 tong1是日例湯是日例汤
Jyutpingsi6 jat6 lai6 tong1
Yalesih yaht laih tōng
Definition
Soup of the day
colloquialfooddim sum
How it's used
This term is a standard fixture on menus in local cha chaan tengs and casual eateries. It refers specifically to a pre-prepared soup that comes as part of a set meal, often boiled for hours with pork bones or vegetables. While it is a fixed menu item, the actual content changes daily based on what is fresh or available in the kitchen.
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wun2碗wúnExamples
What is the soup of the day today?
The soup of the day at this restaurant is very rich in ingredients.
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Common phrases
soup of the day served with rice
the soup of the day tastes good
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with ordering a specific soup from the main menu, as the kitchen usually only prepares one type of soup for the daily special. Asking for a different soup will often result in the staff telling you it is not available.
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Grammar guides
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