Street
caff
What does caff mean?
An inexpensive café, especially a traditional 'greasy spoon'.
"Meet me at the caff for a fry-up."
Origin
Clipped and respelled from 'café', reflecting London pronunciation.
Frequently asked questions
What is a 'caff'?
It's a cheap, traditional café, the kind of place also called a greasy spoon.
Where does the word 'caff' come from?
It's a clipped, respelled version of 'café' that mirrors the London pronunciation.
How do you use 'caff'?
You'd say 'Meet me at the caff for a fry-up' when suggesting a cheap café for breakfast.
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