How to Say ‘Don't drink’ in Simplified Chinese
别喝
bié hē
[byeh huh]
💬 Usage Tip: [别] before a verb is a common everyday way to say "don't." You can swap in other verbs: [别吃] "don't eat," [别担心] "don't worry."
Phrase Breakdown
别
bié
[byeh]
don't; do not
A common, direct way to tell someone not to do something.
空腹的时候别喝太甜的饮料。
Do not drink overly sweet beverages on an empty stomach.
喝
hē
[huh]
to drink
The basic verb for drinking, often used in advice about water, tea, or sugary drinks.
如果口渴了，可以喝白开水，别喝含糖饮料。
If you are thirsty, you can drink plain water; do not drink sugary beverages.
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