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How to Say "Coffee" in Danish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
kaffe
"Coffee" in Danish 路 say it like kah-feh

The most natural way to say "Coffee" in Danish is kaffe. 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

kaffekop
used when referring to a coffee cup
kaffedrik
a more general term for coffee drink

When to use it

You can use 'kaffe' when ordering coffee at a caf茅 or when talking about coffee in general. It is a casual term that fits well in everyday conversations. You might also hear it in phrases like 'en kop kaffe' which means 'a cup of coffee'.

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Examples in Danish

DanishEnglish
Vil du have en kop kaffe?Would you like a cup of coffee?
Jeg drikker kaffe hver morgen.I drink coffee every morning.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to confuse 'kaffe' with 'te' (tea). Remember that 'kaffe' specifically refers to coffee.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'kaffe' and 'kaffedrik'?

'Kaffe' specifically refers to coffee, while 'kaffedrik' can refer to any coffee beverage.

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