cafe
word
/kæˈfeɪ/, /kəˈfeɪ/
ka-FAY, kuh-FAY
/kæˈfeɪ/, /kəˈfeɪ/
ka-FAY, kuh-FAY
Definition
A cafe is a small restaurant where you can buy drinks and light meals, often specializing in coffee and snacks.
Usage & Nuances
'Cafe' is more informal than 'restaurant' and often suggests a relaxed atmosphere. In English, pronounce it /kæˈfeɪ/. Not to confuse with 'coffee' (the drink) or 'cafeteria' (self-service food place). Common collocations: 'go to a cafe', 'sit in a cafe', 'open a cafe'.
Spanish: cafetería - café (lugar)Portuguese (BR): cafeteria - café (local)Portuguese (PT): cafetaria - café (estabelecimento)Chinese (Simplified): 咖啡馆Chinese (Traditional): 咖啡館Hindi: कैफ़ेArabic: مقهىBengali: ক্যাফে - কফিশপRussian: кафеJapanese: カフェVietnamese: quán cà phêKorean: 카페Turkish: kafeUrdu: کیفےIndonesian: kafe
Example Sentences
She often studies in a cafe near her house.
basic
There is a new cafe on this street.
basic
We spent the afternoon chatting in a cozy cafe downtown.
natural
He wants to open his own cafe someday.
natural
Ordering a coffee in a Parisian cafe is a classic experience.
natural
Let's meet at the cafe after school.
basic