creamer
word
Definition
A creamer is a liquid or powder added to coffee or tea to make it taste richer and creamier. It can also refer to a small container used to serve cream at the table.
Usage & Nuances
'Creamer' in the US usually means non-dairy powder or liquid for coffee, but can mean real cream in a small pitcher, especially in restaurants. In recipes or UK usage, typically called 'cream'. When talking about the container, use 'a creamer' or 'creamer jug'.
Spanish: crema (para café) - recipiente para cremaPortuguese (BR): creme (para café) - cremeiraPortuguese (PT): creme (para café) - leiteiraChinese (Simplified): 咖啡伴侣 - 奶精Chinese (Traditional): 咖啡伴侶 - 奶精Hindi: क्रीमर (कॉफी के लिए) - क्रीम डालने का बर्तनArabic: مبيض القهوة - إبريق الكريمة
Example Sentences
Could you pass me the creamer, please?
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I put creamer in my coffee every morning.
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Do you want creamer with your tea?
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The creamer is on the table next to the sugar.
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Sorry, we only have powdered creamer today.
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Some people like their coffee black, but I always go for a splash of creamer.
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