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coffee

/ˈkɑ.fi/
Meanings
  • noun

    A popular beverage prepared from roasted coffee beans, which is brewed with near-boiling water and often served with milk or sugar.

    - "I start my day with a cup of freshly brewed coffee."
    - "The aroma of freshly ground coffee beans is intoxicating."
  • noun

    A social event or gathering where coffee and tea are served.

    - "Let's meet at the coffee shop to discuss the project."
    - "The coffee house was a popular gathering place for artists and intellectuals."
Pronunciation
  1. /ˈkɒ.fi/



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  2. /ˈkɔ.fi/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with coffee
coffee , grief , belief , thief
Variants
List of all variants of coffee that leads to same result
coffee , coffees , coffee bar , coffee bars , coffee bean , coffee beans , coffee break , coffee breaks , coffee cake , coffee cakes , coffee hour , coffee hours , coffee klatch , coffee klatches , coffee-klatsch , coffee-klatsches , coffee maker , coffee makers , coffeemaker , coffeemakers , coffee mill , coffee mills , coffee ring , coffee rings
Etymology
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The word 'coffee' comes from the Arabic word 'qahwa', which means 'that which prevents sleep'. It was first consumed in Ethiopia and later spread to the Middle East and Europe.

Trivia
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  1. Coffee was first discovered in Ethiopia in the 9th century.

  2. The world record for the largest cup of coffee is held by the Guinness Book of World Records.

  3. The first coffeehouse opened in Vienna, Austria, in 1685.

  4. Coffee is the second most traded commodity in the world, after oil.

Related Concepts
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  1. Espresso: A type of coffee preparation where hot water is forced through finely ground coffee beans under high pressure.

  2. Latte: A type of coffee drink made with espresso and steamed milk.

  3. Cappuccino: A type of coffee drink made with espresso, steamed milk, and milk foam.

Culture
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Coffee has a rich cultural history and is a staple in many societies. It is often served in social settings and is a symbol of hospitality and friendship. In literature, coffee has been featured in works such as 'Jane Eyre' and 'Brideshead Revisited'. In music, there are numerous songs about coffee and coffeehouses.

How to Memorize "coffee"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a steaming hot cup of coffee with a aroma wafting up.
    - Visualize the brown color and rich texture of the coffee.
    - Think about the sound of the coffee shop and the smell of freshly ground beans.

  2. associate

    - Associate the smell of coffee with waking up and starting the day.
    - Think of coffee as a social lubricant and a symbol of friendship.
    - Associate the taste of coffee with the warmth and comfort of home.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym 'Brewed, Rich, Warm, Enjoy' to remember the taste of coffee.
    - Think of the phrase 'A cup of joe' to remember the word 'coffee'.
    - Use the rhyme 'Coffee at three, I'll be worry-free' to remember the time of day when you like to drink coffee.

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