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Translation
Cha hai translates to “tea sea” in English and is a term of Chinese origin.
Definition
Cha Hai – (茶海, Chinese) (chá hǎi) (Noun):
- A traditional Chinese tea-ware vessel, also known as a “fairness cup“, is often used in gongfu tea ceremonies. It functions to ensure that each participant receives tea of the same concentration and temperature.
Example Sentences
- “We poured the oolong tea into the cha hai before serving it to the guests.”
Notes
- The cha hai is typically made of porcelain, glass, or Yixing clay and is used to hold and pour tea after it has been steeped in a teapot. This is to prevent over-steeping of the leaves in the teapot, and to make certain that each cup poured has an even flavor.