Definition

A drink made from black tea mixed with spices, milk, and sometimes sweetened with honey.

Example

I love to start my day with a warm cup of chai.

Conversation

Have you ever tried making chai at home?

No, I usually just buy it from the café.

You should definitely give it a shot; it's really easy to make chai yourself!

That sounds fun! I'll look up a recipe and try it this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chai originates from the Mandarin Chinese word 'chá' (茶), meaning tea. The term 'chai' is commonly used in various languages to refer to tea, particularly spiced tea in South Asian cultures.

Memory Tip

Think of the Chinese word 'chá' for tea, which helps you remember that 'chai' refers to tea, especially the spiced variety.

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