How to Say ‘Cappuccino’ in Italian
Il cappuccino
eel kahp-poo-CHEE-noh
[eel kahp-poo-CHEE-noh]
🇮🇹 In Italy: A [cappuccino] is normal in the morning, but many Italians avoid milk-heavy coffees after lunch and especially after dinner.
Phrase Breakdown
Il
[eel]
the
Masculine singular definite article used with cappuccino.
«Il» cappuccino in Italia si beve spesso a colazione.
“The” cappuccino in Italy is often drunk at breakfast.
cappuccino
[kahp-poo-CHEE-noh]
cappuccino
A coffee drink with espresso and steamed milk foam, typically a breakfast drink in Italy.
Ordino un «cappuccino» la mattina, non dopo cena.
I order a “cappuccino” in the morning, not after dinner.
Get the Full Learning Experience
This lesson is just a preview. Download PrettyFluent to practice pronunciation, roleplay conversations, and master vocabulary with spaced repetition.
Pronunciation Feedback
AI-powered speech recognition to perfect your accent
Spaced Repetition
Retain vocabulary long-term with smart practice
Immersive Roleplaying
Practice real conversations with AI partners
Custom Scenarios
Request lessons tailored to your specific needs
Get Full LessonWhat Learners Are Saying
“Spent the summer in Tuscany researching Italian cuisine. Being able to chat with nonnas at the market about recipes? Absolutely priceless.”
Grace P., 34, Food Writer
“Working on a project in Milan and needed professional Italian fast. The business scenarios gave me the confidence to present to clients within a month.”
Daniel F., 45, Architect
“Learning a language has never been as immediately impactful. Now I can charm the locals and navigate the food scene like a boss.”
Alex M., 42, Software Engineer