chá

tea

HSK 1

漢字分解

Basic Meaning and Usage

The word "" (chá) primarily means "tea," the popular beverage made by infusing dried leaves in hot water. It is a common noun used in everyday conversation to refer to various types of tea such as green tea, black tea, or herbal tea.

Common Collocations and Expressions

  • 绿 (lǜchá): green tea
  • (hóngchá): black tea
  • (cháguǎn): tea house
  • (hē chá): to drink tea

These collocations are frequently used in daily life and are essential for discussing tea-related topics.

Cultural Context

In Chinese culture, tea is not only a drink but also a symbol of hospitality and tradition. Phrases like "聊天" (hē chá liáotiān, "drink tea and chat") reflect social customs. Understanding "" helps learners appreciate these cultural nuances.

例文

我每天早上都会喝一杯绿茶。

Wǒ měitiān zǎoshang dōu huì hē yī bēi lǜchá.

I drink a cup of green tea every morning.

请给我一壶热茶。

Qǐng gěi wǒ yī hú rè chá.

Please give me a pot of hot tea.

中国的茶文化历史悠久。

Zhōngguó de chá wénhuà lìshǐ yōujiǔ.

China has a long history of tea culture.