Cool MateCoffee
UK /["/ˈkɒfi/"]/US /["/ˈkɔːfi/"]/
Definition
the roasted seeds (called coffee beans) of a tropical bush; a powder made from them
In simple words: A hot drink made from ground coffee beans.
Examples
- I enjoy drinking coffee every morning.
- She prefers her coffee black without sugar.
- We had a meeting over coffee last week.
- He likes to try different types of coffee from around the world.
Usage notes
Used in both casual and formal contexts. It's appropriate in cafes, offices, and homes. Avoid using excessive slang terms for 'coffee' in formal settings.
Grammar pattern
drink + object
Memory hint
Think of 'cozy' — enjoy coffee in a cozy café.
Collocations
- strong
- weak
- black
- cup
- mug
- pot
- drink
- have
- take
- get cold
- go cold
- be laced with something
- cup
- mug
- machine
- in your coffee
- an aroma of coffee
- a smell of coffee
- coffee-making facilities
- strong
- weak
- black
- cup
- mug
- pot
- drink
- have
- take
- get cold
- go cold
- be laced with something
- cup
- mug
- machine
- in your coffee
- an aroma of coffee
- a smell of coffee
- coffee-making facilities
- strong
- weak
- black
- cup
- mug
- pot
- drink
- have
- take
- get cold
- go cold
- be laced with something
- cup
- mug
- machine
- in your coffee
- an aroma of coffee
- a smell of coffee
- coffee-making facilities
Synonyms
- java
- brew
- café
- espresso
- latte
Antonyms
- tea
- water
Common mistakes
- Saying 'coffees' when referring to multiple types of coffee (use 'cups of coffee').
- Confusing 'coffee' with 'tea' when ordering drinks.
- Using 'coffees' as a plural for different kinds instead of 'types of coffee'.