How to Say ‘Small cup; small size’ in Traditional Chinese
小杯
xiǎo bēi
[shyaow bay]
💬 Usage Tip: Chinese often puts the size directly before the drink name: [小杯拿鐵], [大杯咖啡]. [小杯] can also stand alone when the drink is already understood.
Phrase Breakdown
小
xiǎo
[shyaow]
small
Describes a small size. Common for drink sizes such as small, medium, and large.
我要小杯，而且不要加糖。
I want a small one, and no sugar.
杯
bēi
[bay]
cup
A measure word for drinks; in 小杯 it refers to a small cup size.
小杯咖啡可以加燕麥奶嗎？
Can a small coffee be made with oat milk?
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