đồ uống
Tôi thích uống đồ uống có ga vào buổi sáng.
I like to drink carbonated beverages in the morning.
A liquid intended for drinking, typically prepared and served in a variety of flavors and styles.
Cửa hàng này bán nhiều loại đồ uống khác nhau.
This shop sells many different kinds of beverages.
Khách sạn phục vụ đồ uống miễn phí cho khách lưu trú.
The hotel provides free beverages for guests.
Commonly used in everyday contexts, menus, and hospitality settings.
Collocations
Pro Tip
Common Mistake
Avoid using 'đồ uống' for water alone unless specifying a type (e.g., 'nước lọc' for plain water). 'Đồ uống' implies a prepared or flavored drink.
Gold Rule
Distinguish from 'nước'
'Nước' means 'water' or 'liquid' in general, while 'đồ uống' specifically refers to beverages intended for drinking, often prepared or flavored.
Word Origin
Compounded from 'đồ' (thing, item) and 'uống' (to drink). The phrase literally means 'drinkable item' or 'thing to drink'.
Usage Notes
Used broadly in Vietnamese to refer to any liquid consumed for refreshment, including water, tea, coffee, juice, soda, and alcohol. In formal writing, 'thức uống' may be preferred, but 'đồ uống' is more common in casual speech.