10 essential Mandarin Chinese phrases for ordering at a coffee shop
Master the art of ordering your favorite brew in Mandarin with these essential coffee shop phrases.
Navigating a coffee shop in a Mandarin-speaking country can be a little daunting, but with a few key phrases, you'll be ordering like a local in no time. Whether you're grabbing a quick espresso or settling in with a latte, these expressions will smooth your transaction. This phrase pack is designed for learners looking to confidently interact with baristas and get exactly the drink they want. From stating your order to asking for the bill, these phrases cover the most common scenarios you'll encounter.
What this lesson covers
Core Chinese words for everyday conversation.
English meanings, pronunciation hints, and tap-to-hear audio.
A quick flashcard flow and quiz to make the words stick.
Start with these key words
Learn the first set, listen out loud, then move into the full list below.
Flashcards
Practice quiz
Full vocabulary list
Words 1–10
- 你好nee howHello
- 我要一杯美式咖啡。wow yoh yee bay my-shuh kah-fayI want a cup of Americano coffee.
- 我要一杯拿铁。wow yoh yee bay nah-tyehI want a cup of latte.
- 请问，有热的吗？ching-wun, yoh ruh-duh ma?Excuse me, do you have hot (coffee)?
- 我要冰的。wow yoh bing-duhI want an iced one.
- 加糖吗？jah tahng ma?Add sugar?
- 不用了，谢谢。boo yohng-luh, shyeh-shyehNo need, thank you.
- 打包带走。dah-bahow day-zohTo go. (Pack it up and take it away.)
- 在这里吃。dzai juh-lee chuhTo eat here. (Eat here.)
- 买单。my danThe bill, please. (Buy the order.)
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