How Do You Spell AFTERNOON TEA?

Pronunciation: [ˌaftənˈuːn tˈiː] (IPA)

The correct spelling for the mid-day meal is "afternoon tea". The phonetic transcription for this is /ˌɑːftəˈnuːn tiː/. The stress is on the second syllable of "afternoon" and the first syllable of "tea". The word "afternoon" is spelled with two "f"s, "t" and "n" and "tea" is spelled with "t" and "ea". The letters "h" and "e" are not pronounced in "afternoon", and the "a" in "tea" sounds like the "ee" sound in the word "me".

AFTERNOON TEA Meaning and Definition

1. Afternoon tea refers to a traditional British custom where a light meal is served in the afternoon, typically between lunchtime and dinner. It is characterized by the serving of tea accompanied by a selection of small sandwiches, pastries, scones, and cakes.

   The term "afternoon tea" originally derives from the early 19th century, when the Duchess of Bedford introduced the concept of having a light meal to curb her hunger between lunch and dinner. This practice gained popularity among the upper class and eventually became a social event that was widely embraced across the United Kingdom.

   The components of afternoon tea are often served on a tiered tray, with the savory sandwiches placed on the bottom level, scones with clotted cream and jam occupying the middle tier, and various sweet treats occupying the top level. Typical sandwich fillings include cucumber, smoked salmon, egg salad, or roast beef, while the selection of cakes and pastries may include delicate finger sandwiches, fruit tarts, éclairs, or macarons.

   Afternoon tea is often seen as a luxurious and social occasion, where people gather to enjoy good company and indulge in a leisurely feast. It is commonly accompanied by a variety of tea blends such as Earl Grey, Darjeeling, or Assam, as well as milk, sugar, and occasionally lemon. Despite its historic association, afternoon tea remains a popular cultural practice, both in traditional tea rooms and as a special treat in hotels, cafes, and households around the world.

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Etymology of AFTERNOON TEA

The word "afternoon tea" originated in England during the 1840s. The term "tea" itself comes from the Chinese word "té" which refers to the drink made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. Tea was introduced to England in the 17th century, and it quickly became a popular beverage.

In the early 19th century, Anna, the Duchess of Bedford, is credited with popularizing the concept of afternoon tea. During this time, it was customary in the upper class to have only two main meals per day: breakfast and dinner. Anna found herself getting hungry in the late afternoon and started having a pot of tea with some light snacks to help her wait until dinner.

The trend caught on, and soon afternoon tea became a fashionable social event among the upper class.

Plural form of AFTERNOON TEA is AFTERNOON TEAS