干茶乾茶
Term · Tasting
dry leaf
Literal meaning
dry tea
Definition#
The unbrewed leaf as examined before infusion. In standard evaluation (GB/T 14487) it is the first object assessed, for shape, colour, evenness and aroma. Distinct from 茶干 (dried tofu snack) despite similar characters.
Translation and usage#
| Language | Use | Alternatives & cautions |
|---|---|---|
| English | dry leaf unbrewed leaf translation |
Also acceptable
Avoid dried tea suggests a drying process rather than the unbrewed state |
| Deutsch | trockenes Blatt translation |
Also acceptable
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| Русский | сухой лист translation |
Also acceptable
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| 简体字 | 干茶 | |
| 繁體字 | 乾茶 | |
| 日本語 | 乾燥茶葉 |
Common confusions#
- 幹 vs 乾 one-to-many mapping of 干