Chinese · Food & Drink
牛奶
niúnǎi
Milk
Beginnernoun
Definition
A white drink produced by cows.
Example
孩子每天喝一杯牛奶。
The child drinks a glass of milk every day.
Etymology
'牛奶' (niúnǎi) combines '牛' (niú) meaning 'cow' and '奶' (nǎi) meaning 'milk.' This term reflects the significance of dairy farming in modern Chinese culture as well as historical agricultural practices.
How & Where It’s Used
'牛奶' (niúnǎi) is commonly used in both spoken and written Chinese, often in contexts relating to nutrition and dietary habits. It is widely consumed and recognized throughout China.