Gujarati · Food & Drink
છાશ
chaas
Buttermilk
Beginnernoun
Definition
Spiced buttermilk — the cooling end to every Gujarati meal.
Example
જમ્યા પછી છાશ પીવાય.
After the meal one drinks buttermilk.
Etymology
'છાશ' (chaas) comes from the Sanskrit 'छंन' (channa), referring to buttermilk that is a by-product of churning curd for butter. This highlights its cultural and culinary significance.
How & Where It’s Used
'છાશ' is commonly used informally, especially in rural settings, as a refreshing drink in meals. It is popular among families in Gujarat for digestive benefits.