How to Say ‘Espresso’ in French
Espresso
ehs-press-oh
[ehs-press-oh]
💬 Usage Tip: A shot of concentrated coffee.
🇫🇷 In France: A staple in French cafés, typically smaller and stronger than American coffee.
Phrase Breakdown
Espresso
[ehs-press-oh]
Espresso
A strong coffee brewed by forcing hot water under pressure through finely ground coffee beans.
Un espresso se boit en petite tasse.
An espresso is drunk in a small cup.
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