🇯🇵 How to say

“tea” in Japanese

お茶おちゃ
Illustration of "tea" in a Japanese cultural setting
A cozy kitchen with a steaming teapot on the stove and a cup of tea on the table. A person is pouring hot water into the cup, enjoying the warm aroma of freshly brewed tea.

Usage note

お茶 (ocha) means tea in Japanese and is commonly enjoyed in many settings. It's a part of daily life, often served to guests, and can be a relaxing drink.

Examples

  • お茶を飲みます。

    I drink tea.

  • お茶が好きです。

    I like tea.

  • お茶は温かいです。

    The tea is warm.

Quick check

What does "お茶" mean?

  • A. tea
  • B. cat
  • C. teacher
  • D. water

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