Translation and Meaning of: コーヒー - ko-hi-

On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word コーヒー (ko-hi-) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.

Romaji: ko-hi-

Kana: コーヒー

Type: noun

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コーヒー

Translation / Meaning: coffee

Meaning in English: coffee

Definition: Coffee: A drink made from roasted coffee beans. It has a stimulating effect.

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Explanation and Etymology - (コーヒー) ko-hi-

The Japanese word「コーヒー」(ko-hi-) refers to coffee, a beverage popular worldwide. The etymology of this term reveals the influence of the West, as the word is a phonetic adaptation of the English "coffee." The introduction of coffee in Japan occurred in the 17th century, particularly through trade with the Dutch, who were the only Europeans allowed to trade with the country during the Edo period.

Although coffee was already known in other parts of the world, its popularization in Japan actually only began in the late 19th century and early 20th century. During this period, the first cafés emerged and coffee culture began to develop, leading to the creation of various preparation and consumption variations. The term 「コーヒー」 (ko-hi-) eventually consolidated and became part of everyday Japanese vocabulary.

Variations and Uses of コーヒー

The term 「コーヒー」 (ko-hi-) also has some variations in its use, reflecting different ways of enjoying the drink in Japan. Here are some related expressions:

アイスコーヒー (aisu ko-hi-) - iced coffee
ブラックコーヒー (burakku ko-hi-) - black coffee
Café com leite (カフェオレ) - coffee with milk

In addition to these variations, coffee plays a significant role in Japanese social culture. Cafés often serve as meeting spaces where friends gather to enjoy a relaxing conversation. The passion for the beverage is reflected not only in the variety of options available but also in the attention to detail in preparation, which has become an art form for many baristas in Japan.

Synonyms and similar words

珈琲 (Kōhī) - Coffee
コーヒー豆 (Kōhī mame) - Coffee beans
コーヒー飲料 (Kōhī inryō) - Coffee drink
カフェイン飲料 (Kafein inryō) - Caffeinated drink
コーヒー飲み物 (Kōhī nomimono) - Coffee drink
コーヒー飲み習慣 (Kōhī nomi shūkan) - Habit of drinking coffee
コーヒー習慣 (Kōhī shūkan) - Coffee consumption habit
コーヒー好き (Kōhī suki) - Coffee lover
コーヒー愛好家 (Kōhī aikōka) - Coffee enthusiast
コーヒー中毒者 (Kōhī chūdokusha) - Addicted to coffee
コーヒー中毒 (Kōhī chūdoku) - Coffee dependency
コーヒー依存症 (Kōhī izonshō) - Caffeine dependency disorder
コーヒーマニア (Kōhī mania) - Coffee addict
コーヒーフリーク (Kōhī furīku) - Freak of coffee
コーヒージャンキー (Kōhī janky) - Coffee junkie

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How to Write in Japanese - (コーヒー) ko-hi-

See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (コーヒー) ko-hi-:

Example Sentences - (コーヒー) ko-hi-

Below are some example sentences:

このコーヒーは冷めてしまった。

Kono kōhī wa samete shimatta

This coffee cooled.

この - demonstrative pronoun meaning "this" or "this one"
コーヒー - noun meaning "coffee"
は - Topic particle that indicates the subject of the sentence, in this case "this coffee"
冷めてしまった - Verb that means "cooled completely" or "became too cold"

私はスプーンでコーヒーを掻き回す。

Watashi wa supūn de kōhī o kakimawasu

I move coffee with a spoon.

I scratch the coffee with a spoon.

私 (watashi) - personal pronoun meaning "I"
は (wa) - particle that marks the topic of the sentence
スプーン (supuun) - noun meaning "to harvest"
で (de) - particle that indicates the means or tool used
コーヒー (koohii) - noun meaning "coffee"
を (wo) - particle that marks the direct object of the sentence
掻き回す (kakimawasu) - verb meaning "to stir" or "to agitate"

砂糖をコーヒーに加える。

Satou wo kouhii ni kuwaeru

Add sugar to coffee.

砂糖 (さとう) - sugar
を - direct object particle
コーヒー - coffee
に - target particle
加える (くわえる) - add

コーヒーが好きです。

Kōhī ga suki desu

I like coffee.

コーヒー - coffee
が - subject particle
好き - like
です - verb ser/estar in the present

彼女はコーヒーカップを落とした。

Kanojo wa kōhīkappu o otoshita

She dropped her cup of coffee.

彼女 (kanojo) - she
は (wa) - topic particle
コーヒーカップ (koohii kappu) - Cup of coffee
を (wo) - direct object particle
落とした (otoshita) - let it fall

濃いコーヒーが好きです。

Koi kōhī ga suki desu

I like strong coffee.

I like dark coffee.

濃い - strong, intense
コーヒー - coffee
が - subject particle
好き - like
です - to be

煎ったコーヒーがとても香ばしいです。

Senatta kōhī ga totemo kōbashiidesu

The roasted coffee has a very pleasant aroma.

Roasted coffee is very fragrant.

煎った - The verb "seneru", which means "to toast"
コーヒー - Noun "koohii," which means "coffee."
が - particle "ga", which indicates the subject of the sentence
とても - adverb "totemo", which means "very"
香ばしい - Adjective "kabashii", which means "fragrant, aromatic".
です - verb "desu", which indicates the polite way of saying something

私はコーヒーをカップに入れる。

Watashi wa kōhī o kappu ni ireru

I put coffee in the cup.

I put coffee in a cup.

私 (watashi) - personal pronoun meaning "I" in Japanese
は (wa) - particle that marks the topic of the sentence
コーヒー (kōhī) - a word in Japanese that means "coffee"
を (wo) - particle that marks the direct object of the sentence
カップ (kappu) - word in Japanese that means "cup"
に (ni) - particle that indicates the destination or location of the direct object
入れる (ireru) - verb in Japanese that means "to put" or "inside"