matcha
/ˈmat͡ʃa/feminine, masculine
The Spanish word for powdered green tea for ceremonies is matcha.
matcha refers to the specific powdered green tea used in traditional ceremonies.
Meaning: powdered green tea for ceremonies (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, it is common to use either matcha or té verde en polvo. In Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay, the term matcha or té verde matcha is widely recognized.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word matcha can be used as either a feminine or masculine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈmatʃa/
Did you know?
- In some parts of South America, the term matcha is occasionally confused by non-specialists with 'macha', a type of shellfish, due to the similar spelling and pronunciation.
- In Argentina, where mate is the national drink, matcha is often discussed in comparison to mate because both are prized for their high caffeine and antioxidant properties.
- Spanish speakers may use matcha as an adjective to describe the color of a product, such as un vestido color matcha, which is an unconventional use of the noun.
Examples in context
- Me encantaría un té verde en polvo, por favor.I would love some powdered green tea, please.
- ¡Claro! ¿Un matcha?Of course! A matcha?
- ¡Exactamente!Exactly!
- ¿Has probado el matcha alguna vez?Have you ever tried matcha?
- No, nunca lo he probado.No, I've never tried it.
- ¡Deberías probarlo! Es delicioso.You should try it! It's delicious.
- El matcha es muy saludable.Matcha is very healthy.
- Me gusta el sabor del matcha.I like the taste of matcha.
Example conversation
Daniel and Sofía are in a kitchen during the morning.
- Daniel¿Quieres tomar un matcha, Sofía?Do you want to drink a matcha, Sofía?
- SofíaSí, por favor, Daniel.Yes, please, Daniel.
- DanielVoy a preparar el matcha ahora.I am going to prepare the matcha now.
- SofíaGracias, me encanta.Thank you, I love it.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “matcha” translations and entries matcha, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
