ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Tea (meal)

Tea, the meal, is a special meal that people in some countries have in the late afternoon or early evening. It's like a mini-meal between lunch and dinner.

When you go for tea, you sit down at a fancy table with your parents or friends. A nice lady or man will come over and ask you what kinds of tea you want to drink. They might have lots of special teas to choose from, like black tea, green tea, or even fruity teas.

Then, the nice lady or man will bring out a tray of yummy treats. These treats can include tiny sandwiches with different fillings like cucumber, ham, or cheese. There might also be scones or biscuits with jam and cream, small cakes, and cookies.

You get to eat all these yummy treats while sipping your tea. It's like having a fancy snack party! Tea is a special occasion, so people tend to dress nicely and act polite.

Once you're all done, the nice lady or man will bring the bill, and you can pay and leave. Tea is a fun and fancy way to enjoy some yummy treats and tea with your friends or family.