🇪🇸 Spanish phrases

How to Say "Coffee" in Spanish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
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"Coffee" in Spanish · say it like kah-feh

The most natural way to say "Coffee" in Spanish 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

cafecito
used in some Latin American countries to refer to a small cup of coffee
café con leche
a common way to refer to coffee with milk

When to use it

You can use 'café' when ordering coffee at a café or restaurant. It is also used in casual conversations about coffee. If you want to specify a type, you can add modifiers like 'con leche' for coffee with milk.

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Examples in Spanish

SpanishEnglish
¿Quieres un café?Do you want a coffee?
Me gusta tomar café por la mañana.I like to drink coffee in the morning.
Common mistake
Some learners confuse 'café' with 'cafe', which refers to a place rather than the drink.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'café' and 'cafecito'?

'Café' is the standard term for coffee, while 'cafecito' is a diminutive often used in casual contexts.

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