How to pronounce Teh tarik

In the International Phonetic Alphabet it is /teh ˈtariʔ/. In plain English letters that is teh TAH-rick, with the stress on the syllable in capitals. There is no recording by a native speaker yet, so use the spelling and the IPA.

What is Teh tarik?

Teh tarik is a drink of Malaysia. People usually eat it for breakfast, at teatime and late at night. Its main ingredients are dairy & cheese. It tastes sweet.

Where Teh tarik comes from

Teh tarik is one of 25 signature dishes of Malaysia on this map.

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• Ipoh white coffee kopi putih Ipoh · Drink · Perak (Ipoh)

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Food of Malaysia

Dishes like Teh tarik in other countries

Same type of dish and similar main ingredients as Teh tarik:

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