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Definition
Nescafé, a brand of instant coffee owned by Nestlé.
colloquialdrink
How it's used
Refers specifically to the brand Nescafé, which is so ubiquitous in Hong Kong that it often functions as a generic term for instant coffee. It is common to see it sold in small metal cans in convenience stores, making it a staple for quick caffeine fixes on the go.
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I want to buy a can of Nescafé to drink.
Do you still have any Nescafé at home?
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Common phrases
canned Nescafé
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
