豆乳

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 豆乳 (とうにゅう) combines bean 豆 and milk-like liquid 乳 to denote soy milk.
• Basic usage: It can be served warm or used instead of dairy milk in soup.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Soy-based rather than dairy
  • Although the name contains 乳, 豆乳 is made from soybeans and is distinct from animal milk.