Urdu · Food & Drink

کافی

kaafi

Coffee

Beginnernoun

Definition

A drink made from coffee beans; the same word also means enough!

Example

میں صبح کافی پیتا ہوں۔

I drink coffee in the morning.

Etymology

The Urdu term 'کافی' (kaafi) is derived from the Arabic word 'قهوة' (qahwa), which refers to coffee. The term evolved as coffee was introduced to the Indian subcontinent from Arab traders in the 16th century.

How & Where It’s Used

This term is used in both formal and informal contexts, commonly in spoken and written Urdu across regions. It's widely accepted in urban areas and popular among coffee lovers.

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