high tea

• وجبة بريطانية تقليدية تُقدَّم عادةً بعد الظهر أو في أول المساء، وتتكوّن من طبق ساخن دسم مثل اللحم أو السمك مع الشاي والخبز والزبدة، وأحيانًا الكعك أو المخبوزات. نشأت في أوساط العمال كعشاء مسائي مشبع بعد يوم عمل طويل.

A traditional British meal typically served in the late afternoon or early evening, consisting of a substantial hot dish (such as meat or fish) accompanied by tea, bread, butter, and sometimes cakes or pastries. It originated among working-class families as a hearty evening meal after a long day of work.

1. Evening mealB1formalbritish

   A traditional British meal eaten in the late afternoon or early evening, typically consisting of a hot dish, bread, butter, cakes, and tea.

   وجبة المساء الثقيلة

   • We were invited to high tea at their country house.
   • High tea often includes savory pies and scones.
   • She prepared a full high tea with sandwiches and pastries.