Translation guide
A spiced Indian tea drink. In Japanese, it is usually referred to by the borrowed term チャイ (chai) or マサラチャイ (masara chai).
Referring to the spiced tea beverage, typically made with milk and spices.
The most common and natural way to refer to masala chai in Japanese. It is understood as the spiced milk tea.
I drank chai at an Indian restaurant.
A more specific term, explicitly stating 'masala' (spice mix). Used when you want to emphasize the spiced nature, or in contexts where plain tea might be confused.
Literally 'spice chai'. Sometimes used on menus or product labels to clarify that it contains spices.
The spice chai at this cafe has a strong cinnamon flavor.
Please teach me how to make authentic masala chai.