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Definition of kombucha

kombucha

/kɑːmˈbuːtʃə/
kom · bu · cha
Plural:kombuchas
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kombucha Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A fermented, lightly effervescent, sweetened black or green tea drink, often consumed for its purported probiotic and health benefits.

Example

"She started brewing her own kombucha at home using organic green tea and a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast."

Word Nuance & Usage

In English, 'kombucha' refers to a fermented sweet tea made with a SCOBY, which differs entirely from the traditional Japanese 'konbucha', a mild tea made from powdered kelp.

• Rhymes for kombucha

• Nearby Words

komati
komatsuna
kombu
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kongou falls
konjac

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed into English in the early 20th century via Russian, ultimately from the Japanese word 'konbucha' (kelp tea). The term was misapplied in the West to the fermented tea drink, likely due to a misunderstanding of the original Japanese beverage.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kombucha. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kombucha
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