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Pronunciation

一杯

jat1 bui1

one cup of

Recorded Cantonese

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When to use it

一杯 is one serving in a cup or glass; add the drink afterward, since the phrase alone leaves it unspecified.

Examples

我要一杯水。

ngo5 jiu3 jat1 bui1 seoi2

I would like a glass of water.

一杯茶夠唔夠?

jat1 bui1 caa4 gau3 m4 gau3

Is one cup of tea enough?