Chai
Chai
Chai (pronounced /tʃaɪ/) is a term that originates from the Hindi word for tea, derived from the Chinese word 'cha' (茶). It is a type of beverage that is commonly consumed in many parts of the world, particularly in India.
Etymology
The word 'chai' is derived from the Chinese word 'cha' (茶), which means tea. The term was adopted into Hindi and other languages of the Indian subcontinent as 'chai'. The term is used in these regions to refer to a sweet, spiced tea beverage that is often consumed with milk.
Related Terms
- Tea: A hot beverage made by infusing the dried leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant in boiling water.
- Masala Chai: A variant of chai that is made by brewing black tea with a mixture of aromatic Indian spices and herbs.
- Milk Tea: A type of tea that is made with milk. It is a common variant of chai in many parts of the world.
- Spiced Tea: A type of tea that is made by adding various spices to the tea leaves during the brewing process.
Pronunciation
The word 'chai' is pronounced as /tʃaɪ/.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chai
- Wikipedia's article - Chai
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