Overview
豆浆 (dòujiāng) refers to soy milk, a popular beverage made by grinding soybeans and boiling the mixture. It is widely consumed in China, especially as a breakfast drink.
Usage and Context
豆浆 is commonly served hot and often paired with 油条 (fried dough sticks) for breakfast. It can be sweetened or savory depending on regional preferences. When ordering, specifying 热豆浆 (hot soy milk) or 冷豆浆 (cold soy milk) is common.
Common Collocations
Notes
豆浆 is a staple in Chinese cuisine and culture. It is different from Western soy milk in that it is often freshly made and consumed warm. Avoid confusing 豆浆 with 豆奶, which is a more commercial term for soy milk in some contexts.