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espresso

/ɛˈspɹɛsəʊ/
B1 · Intermediate★★★☆☆
noun

Simple Meaning

a strong, dark coffee made by forcing hot water through very fine coffee beans.

When to Use

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Intermediate — can handle common situations

Examples in Conversation

I'll have a double espresso, please.

This café makes the best espresso in town.

Full Definition

A concentrated coffee beverage brewed by forcing hot water under high pressure through finely ground coffee.

Related Words

Word Family:
espresso machineespresso shot

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