Vietnamese · Food & Drink
trà
Tea
Beginnernoun
Definition
A drink made from tea leaves; iced tea, trà đá, is everywhere in Vietnam.
Example
Trà đá là đồ uống quốc dân.
Iced tea is the national drink.
Etymology
'Trà' derives from Chinese, where it also means tea, reflecting the historical influence of Chinese culture on Vietnamese traditions, especially in culinary contexts.
How & Where It’s Used
'Trà' is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts, particularly pertaining to the beverage in casual and formal discussions, widely recognized among all demographics.