🇨🇳 Chinese phrases

How to Say "Coffee" in Chinese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
咖啡
"Coffee" in Chinese · say it like kah-fay

The most natural way to say "Coffee" in Chinese is 咖啡. 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

咖啡饮料
more formal, often used in menus
黑咖啡
refers specifically to black coffee

When to use it

You can use '咖啡' when ordering at a café or discussing your favorite drinks. It's a common term in daily conversations. You might also hear it in various contexts, such as at work or social gatherings.

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Examples in Chinese

ChineseEnglish
我想喝一杯咖啡。I want to drink a cup of coffee.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse '咖啡' with '茶' (tea), which is a different beverage.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear 咖啡, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Chinese with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between '咖啡' and '咖啡饮料'?

'咖啡' is the general term for coffee, while '咖啡饮料' refers to coffee drinks, often including variations like lattes or cappuccinos.

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