chè mạn
Definition
- Noun:
- Brown tea: A type of tea, typically referring to a coarse, unrefined, or low-grade tea. The term often implies a simple, everyday tea, not a delicate or high-quality variety.
- Coarse tea: Emphasizes the rough, unprocessed nature of the tea leaves, often used for brewing strong, robust infusions.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Ông già thích uống chè mạn đặc. (The old man likes to drink strong brown tea.)
- Chè mạn là loại trà bình dân, giá rẻ. (Brown tea is a common, inexpensive type of tea.)
- Cô ấy pha một ấm chè mạn để tiếp khách. (She brewed a pot of coarse tea to serve guests.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "chè mạn" can sometimes carry a cultural connotation of simplicity, frugality, or traditional daily life, contrasting with more refined or ceremonial teas.
Variants and Related Words
- Chè tươi (n): fresh tea, often referring to green tea.
- Chè khô (n): dried tea.
- Trà mạn (n): an alternative term with the same meaning as "chè mạn".
Synonyms
- Coarse tea
- Low-grade tea
- Simple tea
Related Idioms
- While there are no direct idioms with "chè mạn", it is associated with the concept of (a cup of coarse tea), symbolizing humble hospitality or the simple pleasures of daily life.
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Brown tea
