The coffee
Example: She drinks coffee in the morning at home
Definition
"The coffee" refers to the brewed beverage made from roasted and ground coffee beans, typically consumed hot and known for its stimulating effects due to caffeine content. It is commonly enjoyed in the morning or throughout the day as a refreshing drink.
Etymology
The word "coffee" originates from the Dutch word 'koffie,' which itself comes from the Ottoman Turkish 'kahve,' derived from the Arabic 'qahwa.' Did you know? The term 'qahwa' initially referred to a type of wine, highlighting coffee's interesting historical journey from a wine substitute to a global staple.
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"The coffee" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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