noun Uncommon

rosetta

roh-ZEH-tuh

Rosetta (noun) means a leaf-shaped or rounded pattern created in the foam of a latte or similar coffee drink. Example: “The barista finished the cappuccino with a perfect rosetta poured into the foam.”

noun

A leaf-shaped or rounded pattern created in the foam of a latte or similar coffee drink.

"The barista finished the cappuccino with a perfect rosetta poured into the foam."

How to use rosetta

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA decorative fern-like or flower-like pattern poured into the foam on top of a latte.

Common pairings

pour a rosetta latte art rosetta

Word forms

rosettas plural, Rosettas plural

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Etymology

Likely borrowed from Arabic رَشِيد (rašīd) eventually.

Origin: Arabic

Rhymes for rosetta

Etta Loretta Beretta operetta vendetta Marietta Henrietta

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Frequently asked questions

What does “rosetta” mean?

The word “rosetta” means a leaf-shaped or rounded pattern created in the foam of a latte or similar coffee drink. In plain terms, a decorative fern-like or flower-like pattern poured into the foam on top of a latte.

How do you pronounce “rosetta”?

“Rosetta” is pronounced roh-ZEH-tuh (/ɹoʊˈzɛtə/ in IPA).

How do you use “rosetta” in a sentence?

Here is “rosetta” used in a sentence: “The barista finished the cappuccino with a perfect rosetta poured into the foam.”

What part of speech is “rosetta”?

“Rosetta” is a noun.

Is “rosetta” a common word?

“Rosetta” is an uncommon word in modern English.