coffee
word
/ˈkɑfi/, /ˈkɔfi/
KAH-fee, KAW-fee
/kˈɒfi/
KO-fee
Definition
A hot drink made from roasted and ground coffee beans, popular for its strong taste and caffeine. 'Coffee' can also refer to the beans themselves or a café where it's served.
Usage & Nuances
'A cup of coffee' is the most common phrase. 'Have coffee' can mean to drink coffee together socially. 'Coffee shop' or 'coffee house' refers to places selling coffee. Do not confuse with 'café' (which means the place).
Spanish: caféPortuguese (BR): caféPortuguese (PT): caféChinese (Simplified): 咖啡Chinese (Traditional): 咖啡Hindi: कॉफ़ीArabic: قهوةBengali: কফিRussian: кофеJapanese: コーヒーVietnamese: cà phêKorean: 커피Turkish: kahveUrdu: کافیIndonesian: kopi
Example Sentences
I drink coffee every morning.
basic
She made a pot of coffee for her guests.
basic
Do you like your coffee with milk or sugar?
basic
Let’s grab some coffee after lunch.
natural
He can’t start his day without coffee.
natural
This place has the best coffee in town.
natural