Tea in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'tea' is 'té', pronounced teh (IPA: /te/). It is an A1-level masculine noun (plural: tés).
Pronunciation: teh
| Spanish | té |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | teh · /te/ |
| Part of speech | noun (masculine) |
| Plural | tés |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'té'
- Mi abuela toma té verde después de la cena.
My grandmother drinks green tea after dinner. - ¿Prefieres té o café?
Do you prefer tea or coffee? - En esta tienda venden tés de todo el mundo.
In this shop they sell teas from all over the world. - Cuando estoy enfermo, mi mamá siempre me prepara un té caliente con miel y limón.
When I'm sick, my mom always makes me a hot tea with honey and lemon.
Common Phrases with 'té'
- té de manzanilla
chamomile tea
How to Use 'té'
The written accent distinguishes 'té' (tea) from 'te' (the pronoun 'you/yourself'): 'te traigo un té'. Herbal teas are often called 'infusiones' or, in Latin America, simply 'té de manzanilla', 'té de menta', etc.
Regional note: In Mexico and Central America, almost any hot herbal drink is a 'té'; in Argentina and Uruguay, 'mate' is the dominant infusion and 'té' refers specifically to tea leaves.
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Tea' in Spanish is 'té', pronounced teh.
It is spelled t-é.
'Té' is masculine: you say 'el té'.
The plural of 'té' is 'tés'.
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