How to Say "Coffee" in Afrikaans
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.
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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
| Afrikaans | English |
|---|---|
| Ek drink elke oggend koffie. | I drink coffee every morning. |
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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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