Pekoe: meaning, definitions and examples

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pekoe

 

[ หˆpษ›koสŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

tea type

Pekoe is a term used in the tea industry that refers to a specific grade of black tea made from the young leaves and buds of the tea plant. The name originates from the Chinese word 'pekoe', which refers to a tea leaf's size and appearance. The term suggests a premium quality tea characterized by its delicate flavor and aroma.

Synonyms

Ceylon tea, Darjeeling tea, black tea.

Examples of usage

  • I prefer pekoe tea in the afternoon.
  • The pekoe served at the event was exceptional.
  • She enjoys brewing pekoe with honey.
  • Pekoe is often used in high-tea ceremonies.

Translations

Translations of the word "pekoe" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pekoe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅ‡เค•เฅ‹

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Pekoe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pekoe

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะตะบะพะต

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pekoe

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒšใ‚ณใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pekoe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pekoe

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท pekoe

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŽ˜์ฝ”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูŠูƒูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pekoe

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pekoe

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็™ฝๆฏซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pekoe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ pekoe

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะตะบะพ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ”แƒ™แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pekoe

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pekoe

Etymology

The term 'pekoe' is derived from the Chinese word '็™ฝๆฏซ' (bรกi hรกo), which means 'white down,' referring to the fine white hairs found on the young tea leaves. It was introduced to the West by tea traders in the 19th century, primarily from regions in China and later from India and Sri Lanka. Over time, pekoe has come to designate a variety of fine black teas, specifically those produced from the young leaves and buds of the tea plant. The grading system developed in the tea industry further categorized pekoe, leading to terms such as 'orange pekoe' and 'souchong', which reflect the size and quality of the leaves. The popularity of pekoe tea has grown globally, influencing tea cultures and traditions, especially in England where it has become synonymous with high-quality tea.