teahouse

noun

tea·​house ˈtē-ˌhau̇s How to pronounce teahouse (audio)
Synonyms of teahousenext
: a public house or restaurant where tea and light refreshments are sold

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The Hubbards brought their cocktails to popups at restaurants and bars across the city before opening the teahouse. Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 15 May 2026 Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, known for blending contemporary design with natural materials, light, and traditional Japanese craftsmanship, is converting a traditional former teahouse in Kyoto into an ultra-private residence. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 May 2026 There’s also a guesthouse with a fireplace, a pool house and a teahouse. Martha Ross, Mercury News, 13 May 2026 As of May 1, its teahouses must now declare how their dim sum is made. Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 2 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for teahouse

Word History

First Known Use

1689, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of teahouse was in 1689

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“Teahouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teahouse. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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