🥤➖➕

How to Say ‘We only have medium and large.’ in Traditional Chinese

我們只有中杯跟大杯。

wǒ men zhǐ yǒu zhōng bēi gēn dà bēi

[wo men jr yǒu zhōng bēi gēn dah bēi]

💬 Usage Tip: 跟 (gēn) "and" links nouns, and Taiwanese speakers use it more than 和 (hé). Use it only between things, not to join two sentences.

Phrase Breakdown

我們只有

wǒ men zhǐ yǒu

we only have

只有 (zhǐyǒu) means 'only have'. It is two third tones, so 只 is said with a rising tone.

Example

我們只有茶。

We only have tea.

Words in this phrase

我們

wǒ men

[wo men]

we; us

Refers to the speaker and their group, such as a team or company.

Example

我們很重視新人的想法，所以歡迎提問。

We value new employees’ ideas very much, so questions are welcome.

只

zhǐ

[jr]

only; just

An adverb meaning only or merely, limiting the options.

Example

這裡只能付現嗎？

Can I only pay cash here?

有

yǒu

[yǒu]

have

Indicates possession or existence of something.

Example

我有一個好朋友。

I have a good friend.

中杯跟大杯。

zhōng bēi gēn dà bēi

medium and large

跟 (gēn) means 'and' when linking nouns. It is very common in Taiwan.

Example

我跟你一起去。

I'll go with you.

Words in this phrase

中

zhōng

[zhōng]

medium; middle

Means middle or medium in size or position.

Example

這件衣服有中號嗎？

Does this shirt come in medium?

杯

bēi

[bēi]

cup; size (of drink)

Used after a size word to mean a cup of that size.

Example

我點了一個中杯。

I ordered a medium.

跟

gēn

[gēn]

and

Colloquial word joining two nouns.

Example

我買了麵包跟牛奶。

I bought bread and milk.

大

dà

[dah]

big; large

Describes something as large in size or scope.

Example

這裡像一個大家庭，大家都很友善。

This place is like a big family; everyone is very friendly.

杯

bēi

[bēi]

cup; size (of drink)

Used after a size word to mean a cup of that size.

Example

大杯太多了。

A large is too much.

Get the Full Learning Experience

This lesson is just a preview. Download PrettyFluent to practice pronunciation, roleplay conversations, and master vocabulary with spaced repetition.

Pronunciation Feedback

AI-powered feedback on what you say out loud

Spaced Repetition

Retain vocabulary long-term with smart practice

Immersive Roleplaying

Practice real conversations with AI partners

Lessons for Your Situation

Request lessons tailored to your specific needs

Get Full Lesson

What Learners Are Saying

“Spent three months in Taiwan and this app was my lifeline. The tonal practice with real situations helped me sound less like a textbook and more like a person.”

Laura H., 28, Photographer

“I tried five different apps before this one. The roleplay conversations are what finally made things click. I actually remember what I learn now.”

Sofia R., 31, Marketing Manager

“Learning a language has never been as immediately impactful. Now I can charm the locals and navigate the food scene like a boss.”

Alex M., 42, Software Engineer