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Cappuccino

cappuccino (espresso with steamed foamed milk)

noun kah-poo-TSEE-noh Rare
Food & Drink Drinks

Origin: from Italian, named for the colour of Capuchin monks' habits

Usage Note

Cappuccino is one of the most popular café drinks in Germany; typically a double espresso topped with thick milk foam. German cafés distinguish it from Latte Macchiato, which uses more steamed milk in a tall glass.

Examples

"Sie bestellt ihren Cappuccino immer ohne Zucker."

Natural Translation

She always orders her cappuccino without sugar.

Literal Translation

She orders her cappuccino always without sugar.

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