Chai Wallah

B1 8+

Pronunciation: /tʃaɪ ˈwɑːlə/

Definitions of chai wallah

noun a person who sells or serves tea, specifically in India

Example Sentences

A1 The chai wallah served delicious tea at the market.

A2 I always stop by the chai wallah's stall for a cup of chai on my way to work.

B1 The chai wallah's cart is a popular spot for locals to gather and chat.

B2 The chai wallah's secret recipe for masala chai has been passed down for generations.

C1 The chai wallah's expertise in brewing tea is unmatched in the city.

C2 Visiting the chai wallah is a cultural experience not to be missed while in India.

Examples of chai wallah in a Sentence

formal The chai wallah served traditional Indian tea to the guests at the event.

informal I always make sure to stop by the chai wallah for a cup of chai on my way to work.

slang The chai wallah at the corner makes the best masala chai in town.

figurative In the bustling streets of Mumbai, the chai wallahs are like the heartbeat of the city, keeping everyone energized and refreshed.

Grammatical Forms of chai wallah

plural

chai wallahs

comparative

more chai wallah

superlative

most chai wallah

present tense

sells chai

future tense

will sell chai

perfect tense

has sold chai

continuous tense

is selling chai

singular

chai wallah

positive degree

very chai wallah

infinitive

to sell chai

gerund

selling chai

participle

chai selling

Origin and Evolution of chai wallah

First Known Use: 1800 year
Language of Origin: Hindi
Story behind the word: The term 'chai wallah' originates from India, where 'chai' means tea and 'wallah' refers to a person involved in a particular occupation or activity.
Evolution of the word: Initially used to refer to tea vendors in India, the term 'chai wallah' has evolved to also describe individuals who serve or sell tea in various settings around the world.