Punjabi · Food & Drink
ਚਾਹ
chaa
Tea
Beginnernoun
Definition
Tea — every Punjabi conversation begins over a cup.
Example
ਆਓ ਜੀ, ਚਾਹ ਪੀਂਦੇ ਹਾਂ।
Come, let's have tea.
Etymology
'ਚਾਹ' (cha) is borrowed from Chinese dialects, where it means tea, and it has been widely adopted in many languages, including Punjabi.
How & Where It’s Used
'ਚਾਹ' is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts, often in informal settings when discussing beverages.
Literary Heritage
The term 'ਚਾਹ' appears in numerous Punjabi songs and cultural references celebrating the love for tea.