Definition

A place where people can go to drink tea and eat light snacks or meals.

Example

We enjoyed a relaxing afternoon at the teahouse, sipping different types of tea.

Conversation

Have you ever been to that new teahouse downtown?

No, I haven't. Is it any good?

Yeah, they have a great selection of teas and some yummy pastries.

Sounds perfect! We should definitely check out the teahouse together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Teahouse is formed from "tea" (from Chinese "chá", meaning tea) and "house" (from Old English "hus", meaning dwelling or shelter). A teahouse is a dwelling or establishment where tea is served.

Memory Tip

Think of a place where tea ('tea') is served in a dwelling ('house') — that's what a teahouse is.

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