Czech · Food & Drink

čaj

tea

Beginnernoun · m

Definition

A hot drink made by steeping dried plant leaves in water.

Example

Piju čaj s citronem.

I drink tea with lemon.

Etymology

'Čaj' is derived from the Chinese word 't'e', reflecting the trade of tea along the Silk Road and its adoption into Czech culture.

How & Where It’s Used

'Čaj' is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts and enjoys universal recognition in social settings, regardless of region.

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