Translation of Japanese word "カフェ" to English
カフェ
カフェ
[kafe]
IPA: /kafe/
Meaning
NounA coffee shop; an establishment selling coffee and sometimes other non-alcoholic beverages, simple meals or snacks, with a facility to consume them on the premises.
How to use
カフェ (kafe) — 'café / coffee shop'. カフェでコーヒーを飲む — drink coffee at a café.
🇬🇧 English
café
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: カフェ
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): カフェ
Romaji Transcription: kafe
Example Sentences
私はカフェでコーヒーを飲みます。
わたしはかふでこーひーをのみます。
I drink coffee at a café.
カフェでは、コーヒーが飲める。
かふでは、こーひーがのみる。
You can drink coffee at a café.
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Common phrases
- カフェで休む— rest at café
- お気に入りのカフェ— favorite café
- カフェラテ— café latte
Frequency rank: #502 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "カフェ" mean?▼
The Japanese word "カフェ" means "café" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "A place to buy and drink coffee and other beverages.".
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