차
English meaning: Tea
Definition
A hot drink made from tea leaves.
Example
“녹차 한 잔 드릴까요?”
In English: “Shall I get you a cup of green tea?”
Another example: “저녁에는 따뜻한 차를 즐겨요.”
Usage — When, Where & How
A common noun for 'tea' (the drink). Note 차 is a homophone of 차 (car/vehicle), distinguished by context. Combines as 녹차 (green tea), 홍차 (black tea).
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
'차' (cha) is derived from the Chinese character for tea, showcasing cultural exchanges. It has been an integral part of Korean culture for centuries.
Common Collocations
- 녹차
- 홍차
- 차 한 잔
- 차를 마시다
- 따뜻한 차
Word Forms
동음이의어 주의: 차(자동차)
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Literary Heritage
“죽는 날까지 하늘을 우러러 한 점 부끄럼이 없기를”
/Jungneun nalkkaji haneureul ureoleo han jeom bukkeurem-i eopgireul/
“Until the day I die, I wish to look up at the sky without a single shame.”
“나 보기가 역겨워 가실 때에는 말없이 고이 보내 드리오리다”
/Na bogiga yeokgyeowo gasil tteae neun maleobsi goi bonaedeuriori da/
“When you leave, weary of seeing me, I will let you go quietly, without a word.”
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- 한국어
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- Hangul
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- Koreanic
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