Café
Café
Café (pronounced: /kæˈfeɪ/ or /kəˈfeɪ/) is a term that originated from the French word for coffee. It is used to refer to a small restaurant where hot beverages, especially coffee, and light meals are served.
Etymology
The term "café" is derived from the French word for coffee, which in turn comes from the Italian "caffè". The word was first used in English in the mid-18th century.
Related Terms
- Coffeehouse: A café in the English-speaking world, especially one that offers a wide variety of coffee drinks.
- Bistro: A small, informal restaurant, often serving simple meals and wine, similar to a café but typically more upscale.
- Espresso bar: A type of café that specializes in serving espresso and espresso-based drinks.
- Teahouse: Similar to a café, but primarily serves tea instead of coffee.
Pronunciation
In English, café is pronounced as /kæˈfeɪ/ or /kəˈfeɪ/. The original French pronunciation is /kafe/.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Café
- Wikipedia's article - Café
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