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How to Say ‘Is that an espresso?’ in French

C'est un expresso ?

s eh uhn ex-preh-SOH

[s eh uhn ex-preh-SOH]

💬 Usage Tip: French spells it expresso with an x, not espresso. Saying it the Italian way is fine, but write it with the x.

Phrase Breakdown

C'

[s]

it / this

"C'" stands for "ce" and means "it" or "this" in expressions like "c'est."

Example

C'est agréable de parler avec une équipe accueillante.

It's pleasant to speak with a welcoming team.

est

[eh]

is

Third person singular present of be.

Example

C'est important.

It is important.

un

[uhn]

a / an

An indefinite article used before a masculine singular noun.

Example

Un casque est important pour le roller.

A helmet is important for inline skating.

expresso

[ex-preh-SOH]

espresso

A small, strong black coffee; the default 'café' in France.

Example

Je bois un expresso le matin.

I drink an espresso in the morning.

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