americano
What is another word for americano? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A coffee made by diluting a shot of espresso with hot water.
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How to use americano
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
order an americano
a shot of espresso for an americano
Etymology
From Italian caffè americano, "American coffee," a name coined because American soldiers in Italy diluted strong espresso with water to taste more like the coffee back home.
Full origin of americano →Frequently asked questions
What does “americano” mean?
The word “americano” means a coffee made by diluting a shot of espresso with hot water. In plain terms, usually means an espresso stretched with hot water; can also mean a specific Italian cocktail.
How do you use “americano” in a sentence?
Here is “americano” used in a sentence: “She ordered a large americano to go.”
What part of speech is “americano”?
“Americano” is a noun.
Where does the word “americano” come from?
The word “americano” comes from Italian. From Italian caffè americano, "American coffee," a name coined because American soldiers in Italy diluted strong espresso with water to taste more like the coffee back home.
How many meanings does “americano” have?
“Americano” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a coffee made by diluting a shot of espresso with hot water.
