“Coffee” in Japanese is コーヒー, pronounced kōhī.
Pronunciation
The word has 4 beats (morae), each about the same length. Tap a syllable to hear it, or play the whole word:
How to use it
Coffee, a loanword with two long vowels. Canned coffee from vending machines comes hot or cold.
Example sentences
- コーヒーを一つお願いします。コーヒーをひとつおねがいします。One coffee, please.
- 朝はコーヒーを飲みます。あさはコーヒーをのみます。I drink coffee in the morning.
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FAQ
How do you say coffee in Japanese?
Coffee in Japanese is コーヒー, pronounced “kōhī”.
Is コーヒー on the JLPT?
Yes. コーヒー (kōhī) is a common word at JLPT N5 level, so it's worth learning early.