公道杯
Term · Teaware
fairness pitcher
Literal meaning
fairness cup
Definition#
An open pitcher into which the whole infusion is decanted so every cup gets equal strength and leaves stop steeping. Also called 茶海 and 匀杯; glass versions let colour be judged.
Translation and usage#
| Language | Use | Alternatives & cautions |
|---|---|---|
| English | fairness pitcher serving pitcher for equal strength translation |
Also acceptable
Avoid tea sea literal calque of 茶海 |
| Deutsch | Ausgießkännchen Dekantiergefäß für gleichmäßige Stärke translation |
Also acceptable
|
| Русский | чахай сливник для выравнивания крепости pinyin with a gloss |
Also acceptable
Avoid чайное море калька |
| 简体字 | 公道杯 | |
| 繁體字 | 公道杯 | Regional usage
|
| 日本語 | 公道杯 |
Common confusions#
- 茶海 on the mainland can also mean a large carved tea table/tray