A1 — Beginnernoun
caffè
coffee / café
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
espressobar (café)bevanda calda
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
tètisana
Usage note
'Caffè' can mean the drink or the café/bar. 'Espresso' is the standard short Italian coffee. 'Bar' is the common word for a café in Italy.
Example
"Ogni mattina bevo un caffè prima di uscire."
"Every morning I drink a coffee before going out."
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