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cafe

 

[ ˈkæfeɪ ]

Noun
Oxford 3000 Places
Context #1 | Noun

place to buy and drink coffee

A cafe is a small restaurant where drinks and snacks are sold, especially coffee and tea.

Synonyms

bistro, coffeehouse

Examples of usage

  • Let's meet at the cafe for a coffee.
  • I love the cozy atmosphere of this cafe.
Context #2 | Noun

French word for coffee

Cafe is a French word meaning coffee, typically used in English to refer to a small restaurant where coffee and light meals are served.

Synonyms

coffee, java

Examples of usage

  • I ordered a cafe au lait for breakfast.
  • Do you prefer espresso or cafe latte?

Translations

Translations of the word "cafe" in other languages:

🇵🇹 café

🇮🇳 कैफे

🇩🇪 Café

🇮🇩 kafe

🇺🇦 кафе

🇵🇱 kawiarnia

🇯🇵 カフェ

🇫🇷 café

🇪🇸 café

🇹🇷 kafe

🇰🇷 카페

🇸🇦 مقهى

🇨🇿 kavárna

🇸🇰 kaviareň

🇨🇳 咖啡馆

🇸🇮 kavarna

🇮🇸 kaffihús

🇰🇿 кафе

🇬🇪 კაფე

🇦🇿 kafe

🇲🇽 café

Word origin

The word 'cafe' originated from the French word for coffee, and the concept of cafes can be traced back to the Ottoman Empire in the 16th century. Cafes became popular in Europe in the 17th and 18th centuries, serving as social gathering places for intellectuals and artists. Today, cafes are ubiquitous around the world, offering a place to relax, socialize, and enjoy a cup of coffee.

See also: cafeteria.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,503, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.