🇸🇰 Slovak phrases

How to Say "Coffee" in Slovak

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
káva
"Coffee" in Slovak · say it like kah-vah

The most natural way to say "Coffee" in Slovak is káva. 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

kávu
used when referring to coffee in the accusative case

When to use it

You can use 'káva' when ordering coffee at a café or discussing your favorite drink. It's a common word used in everyday conversations. You can also use it when talking about coffee culture in Slovakia.

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Examples in Slovak

SlovakEnglish
Dám si šálku kávy.I will have a cup of coffee.
Káva je môj obľúbený nápoj.Coffee is my favorite drink.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to confuse 'káva' with 'kávovar' which means coffee maker.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best way to order coffee in Slovakia?

You can simply say 'Dám si kávu, prosím' which means 'I would like coffee, please.'

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