Espresso - 英语词汇详解

Meaning 1：espresso (Espresso)

Espresso 🔊

/ɪˈspɹɛsəʊ/

A very strong type of coffee made by forcing hot water under pressure through finely ground coffee beans. It’s usually served in a small cup.

espresso 🔊

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/ɪˈspɹɛsəʊ/

A strong, concentrated coffee brewed by forcing hot water under pressure through finely-ground coffee beans, typically served in a small cup.

📁 Category：Diet & Health 🔖 Level：Beginner

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Root Explanation

Derived from Italian 'espresso', meaning 'pressed out', referring to the brewing method.

💡 Mnemonic

Think 'Express' + 'so' -> Espresso is coffee made express (quick) and so strong.

📖 Example

In the Italian café, she ordered a single espresso to give her a quick energy boost before her meeting. 🔊 In the Italian café, she ordered a single espresso to give her a quick energy boost before her meeting.

🔗 Collocations

double espresso – Two shots of espresso served together

espresso machine – A device that brews espresso by forcing hot water through coffee grounds

espresso shot – A single serving of espresso

🔄 Synonyms

ristretto (n.) – A more concentrated, shorter shot of espresso with less water

caffè (n.) – Italian term for coffee, often referring to espresso in context

🌱 Derivatives

espresso-based (adj.) – Describing drinks made with espresso as a base

espresso-maker (n.) – A person or machine that makes espresso

📖 Cultural Story

Originated in early 20th century Italy with the invention of the espresso machine. The word literally means 'expressed' or 'pressed out', reflecting high-pressure extraction.