Romanian · Food & Drink
cafea
Coffee
Beginnernoun · f
Definition
A hot drink made from roasted coffee beans.
Example
Beau cafea în fiecare dimineață.
I drink coffee every morning.
Etymology
'Cafea' has its roots in the Arabic 'qahwa', having been adopted into Romanian through Turkish influence during the Ottoman period.
How & Where It’s Used
'Cafea' is used predominantly in informal contexts, especially in social settings regarding drinks, with a broad understanding across regions.
Literary Heritage
It frequently appears in Romanian literature and songs, symbolizing social interaction and community.