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espresso

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Noun — A strong, concentrated coffee made by forcing hot water through finely ground beans under high pressure.

How to use espresso

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

a shot of espresso espresso machine double espresso espresso bar

Etymology

From Italian espresso, "pressed out," describing how the coffee is forced through the grounds under pressure — not related to the English word "express" meaning fast, despite the common myth.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “espresso” mean?

The word “espresso” means a strong, concentrated coffee made by forcing hot water through finely ground beans under high pressure. In plain terms, a small, strong shot of coffee made under pressure, the base for most coffee-shop drinks.

How do you pronounce “espresso”?

“Espresso” is pronounced eh-SPREH-soh (/ɛˈspɹɛsoʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “espresso” in a sentence?

Here is “espresso” used in a sentence: “She ordered a double espresso to get through the afternoon meeting.”

What is another word for “espresso”?

Words with a similar meaning to “espresso” include 'spro.

What part of speech is “espresso”?

“Espresso” is a noun.

Where does the word “espresso” come from?

The word “espresso” comes from Italian. From Italian espresso, "pressed out," describing how the coffee is forced through the grounds under pressure — not related to the English word "express" meaning fast, despite the common myth.

Is “espresso” a common word?

“Espresso” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “espresso” have?

“Espresso” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a strong, concentrated coffee made by forcing hot water through finely ground beans under high pressure.

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