Meaning
茶壶 refers to a vessel specifically designed for brewing and pouring tea. It's a fundamental item in Chinese tea culture, used to steep tea leaves in hot water before serving. Teapots come in various materials including ceramic, clay (especially Yixing purple clay), glass, and metal.
Usage
This is a common household word used in everyday contexts when discussing tea preparation. Chinese tea culture places significant importance on the teapot, with certain clay teapots being prized possessions. The word is used in homes, restaurants, and tea houses across China.
Examples
- 01这把紫砂茶壶是我爷爷传下来的。.This purple clay teapot was passed down from my grandfather.
- 02请给我们来一壶铁观音茶。.Please bring us a pot of Tieguanyin tea.
Characters
Measure words
- 把一把茶壶
- 个一个茶壶
Common collocations
- 泡茶壶to brew tea in a teapot
- 一壶茶a pot of tea
- 紫砂茶壶purple clay teapot
- 洗茶壶to wash the teapot
Origin
The word is a straightforward compound: 茶 (tea) + 壶 (pot/vessel). The character 壶 originally depicted a container with a spout and handle, making it perfect for describing tea-serving vessels.