Çay
nounTop 100
/chai/
English Meaning
Tea
Commonly Used With (Collocations)
Çay demlemekÇay içmekBir bardak çay
Example Sentence in Context
“Çay sıcak, dikkat et.”
“The tea is hot, be careful.”
Grammar & Usage
Turkish tea is deeply embedded in the culture, usually served in tulip-shaped glasses.
Word Origin & Etymology
From Chinese 'chá', traversing through Persian into Turkish.
Cultural Context
Turkey has the highest per capita tea consumption in the world. It is a sign of hospitality; you will be offered tea in homes, shops, and offices constantly.
Common Idioms & Phrases
“Çay demlemek”
“To steep tea”
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