How to Say ‘Add a little milk’ in Simplified Chinese
加一点奶
jiā yì diǎn nǎi
[jyah ee dyehn nigh]
💬 Usage Tip: Verb + [一点] + noun is a common pattern for small amounts: [加一点奶], [加一点糖]. You can swap the noun easily to ask for light extras.
Phrase Breakdown
加
jiā
[jyah]
to add
Used when asking to add something to a drink, like milk or sugar.
请帮我加一点奶。
Please help me add a little milk.
一点
yì diǎn
[ee dyehn]
a little; a bit
Used to indicate a small amount, often when adjusting a drink order.
咖啡加一点奶更好喝。
Coffee tastes better with a little milk added.
奶
nǎi
[nigh]
milk
Refers to milk added to coffee or tea.
我想加一点奶。
I’d like to add a little milk.
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