薄茶

うすちゃ
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1

A style of preparing matcha (green tea) in the tea ceremony where the tea is whisked thin (more water). It contrasts with thick tea (koicha).

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Examples

茶会では最初に薄茶を振る舞い、歓談の間に出すことが多い。

At a tea gathering, it's common to serve usucha first and offer it during conversation.

カフェの抹茶ラテは薄茶風の味わいで飲みやすい。

A cafe's matcha latte has a light usucha-like flavor and is easy to drink.

先生は初心者向けに薄茶の点て方を丁寧に教えた。

The teacher carefully taught how to prepare usucha for beginners.

2

A light brown color; a pale brown or beige-like shade.

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Examples

新しいコートは薄茶色で、秋のファッションによく合っている。

The new coat is light brown and goes well with autumn fashion.

部屋のカーテンを薄茶に替えたら、全体が明るく見えるようになった。

After changing the room curtains to light brown, the whole place looks brighter.

靴底の汚れは薄茶の色とよく馴染んで目立たない。

Sole stains blend well with a light brown color and don't stand out.

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