How to Say ‘To pour; to make (tea)’ in Japanese
入れる
ireru
[ee-reh-roo]
💬 Usage Tip: [入れる] has many meanings, but with tea it often means “to make” or “to brew,” as in [お茶を入れる]. A fun Japanese detail: you “put in” tea, and that means preparing it.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Making tea for someone can feel thoughtful and attentive in Japan. It’s a small gesture that can quietly say, “Take a moment and rest.”
Phrase Breakdown
入れる
ireru
[ee-reh-roo]
to make; to put in
Here it means to prepare tea; it can also mean to put something in.
お茶を入れる前に座ろう。
Let's sit down before making tea.
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