Pronunciation

/kəˈfi/

Definitions

Noun

• Coffee: A beverage made from roasted coffee beans, usually ground and brewed with hot water. It is a popular drink worldwide and often consumed in the morning or as a pick-me-up.
• Coffee shop: A place where coffee and other refreshments are sold, often serving as a social gathering spot.

Verb

• To brew coffee: The process of making coffee by steeping ground coffee beans in hot water.
• To have a cup of coffee: To consume a serving of coffee.

Adjective

• Coffee-colored: Referring to a shade of brown similar to that of coffee.
• Coffee-flavored: Characterized by the taste or scent of coffee.

Phrases

• “A cup of Joe” is slang for a cup of coffee.
• “Black coffee” refers to coffee without milk or cream.
• “Coffee break” is a short pause for a cup of coffee.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “I need a strong cup of coffee to start my day.”
• Verb: “She brews her own coffee every morning.”
• Adjective: “The furniture in his apartment had a coffee-stained look.”
• Adverb: “He took a long sip of his freshly brewed coffee.”

Synonyms

• Brew
• Espresso
• Mocha
• Caffeine
• Java
• Brewed
• Dark roast
• Bean juice -☕️

Related Terms

• Decaf (decaffeinated coffee)
• Latte
• Cappuccino
• Americano
• Espresso shot
• Filter coffee
• Drip coffee
• Bean grinder
• Coffee mug
• Coffeehouse
• Barista