🇮🇪 Irish phrases

How to Say "Coffee" in Irish

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

The most natural way to say "Coffee" in Irish is café. 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

caife
used more commonly in everyday conversation

When to use it

You can use 'café' when ordering coffee in a café or restaurant. It's also appropriate when discussing coffee in general. If you're speaking casually with friends, 'caife' is perfectly acceptable.

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Examples in Irish

IrishEnglish
An bhfuil café agat?Do you have coffee?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'café' with 'caife', but both are correct in different contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear café, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Irish 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 'café' and 'caife'?

'Café' is often used in formal settings, while 'caife' is more casual.

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