tea
Translation
tea, a cup of tea
Examples
Would you like a cup of tea?
Would you like a cup of tea?
We have tea at four o'clock.
We have tea at four o'clock.
Grammar Patterns
a cup of tea a drink Would you like a cup of tea?
to have tea a light meal We have tea at four o'clock.
Similar Words
Synonyms: beverage, drink; Related: coffee
Etymology
From the Amoy Chinese word 'tê'.
Memory Tips
Think of the Boston Tea Party, a famous event in American history involving tea.