Definition

A type of coffee drink made with espresso and steamed milk, often topped with foam.

Example

I ordered a latte with extra foam at the coffee shop.

Conversation

I just had the best latte at that new café downtown.

Oh really? I've been meaning to check it out!

You should definitely go; their latte is super creamy and delicious.

That sounds amazing! I’ll make a trip there this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Latte comes from the Italian word 'caffè latte', which means 'milk coffee'. The word 'latte' itself is derived from 'latte' (meaning milk) in Italian, which comes from the Latin 'lac' (meaning milk). Thus, 'latte' refers to a coffee drink made with milk.

Memory Tip

Think of the Italian word for milk, 'latte', to remember that a latte is a coffee drink made with milk.

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