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How to Say "Coffee" in Afrikaans

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
koffie
"Coffee" in Afrikaans 路 say it like koh-fee

The most natural way to say "Coffee" in Afrikaans is koffie. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

koffietjie
a diminutive form, often used in casual conversation

When to use it

You can use 'koffie' when ordering a coffee at a caf茅 or when talking about your daily routine. It's a common word in South Africa. If you want to refer to a small cup of coffee, you can use 'koffietjie'.

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Examples in Afrikaans

AfrikaansEnglish
Ek drink elke oggend koffie.I drink coffee every morning.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'koffie' with 'tee', which means tea.

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Frequently asked questions

Is koffie altyd warm?

Ja, koffie word gewoonlik warm bedien, maar jy kan ook ys-koffie kry.

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