🇹🇷 Turkish phrases

How to Say "Coffee" in Turkish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
kahve
"Coffee" in Turkish · say it like kah-veh

The most natural way to say "Coffee" in Turkish is kahve. 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

Türk kahvesi
used specifically for the traditional Turkish coffee preparation
espresso
used when referring to the Italian coffee style

When to use it

You can use 'kahve' when ordering coffee at a café or discussing your favorite drinks. It's a common term in everyday conversations. If you want to specify the type, you can say 'Türk kahvesi' for traditional Turkish coffee.

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Examples in Turkish

TurkishEnglish
Bir fincan kahve alabilir miyim?Can I have a cup of coffee?
Kahve içmeyi çok seviyorum.I really love drinking coffee.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'kahve' with 'çay' (tea), so it's important to remember that they are different beverages.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Türk kahvesi and regular kahve?

Türk kahvesi is a specific preparation method that involves finely ground coffee and is served unfiltered.

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