Polish · Food & Drink

kawa

coffee

Beginnernoun · f

Definition

A popular hot drink made from roasted coffee beans.

Example

Rano piję kawę z mlekiem.

In the morning I drink coffee with milk.

Etymology

'Kawa' comes from the Arabic 'qahwa', which was adopted into Polish through trade. It reflects the beverage's introduction to Polish culture.

How & Where It’s Used

'Kawa' is commonly used in everyday conversation and media, typically in informal contexts, and is a staple in social settings.

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