霜降Frost's Descent
耐泡
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Term · Brewing

longevity

Literal meaning

withstands steeping

Definition#

A tea's ability to give many good infusions before fading. High longevity is valued as a sign of leaf quality and is a common evaluation point for oolong and pu'er.

Translation and usage#

LanguageUseAlternatives & cautions
English longevity
holds up over many infusions
translation
Also acceptable
  • staying power
  • resteepability
Deutsch Ergiebigkeit
viele Aufgüsse möglich
translation
Also acceptable
  • Aufgussfestigkeit
Русский выдерживает много проливов
translation
Also acceptable
  • «долгоиграющий»
  • стойкость
简体字繁體字 耐泡
日本語 煎持ち

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