| Never has a drink had so many nicknames, including Liquid Gold, Brew, Cup of Joe, and more. We’re talking about Coffee! Coffee isn’t just a drink; it’s a lifestyle. Many classic literary works, novels, and innovative ideas have started with a sip of coffee in a favorite coffee shop. In part one of our article you learn the first few of 10 must-know Chinese words related to coffee. Let’s get brewing!  Coffee 咖啡 The first coffee of the day feels so good, doesn’t it? In Chinese, coffee is called 咖啡 (kā fēi). 咖啡 is a loanword, meaning it was borrowed from another language and adapted into Chinese. In other words, the characters 咖 and 啡 don’t have meanings related to coffee individually, but together, they create the magic word, coffee, we all love. Not only does coffee wake us up, but it also brings various health benefits. Did you know coffee is a source of fiber? That’s right, your morning brew is not just energizing but also contributing to your daily nutrient intake. Coffee Bean 咖啡豆 The coffee beans we brew are the seeds or pits of a small berry referred to as the coffee cherry. The process from cherry to bean involves harvesting, processing, drying, and roasting, with each step crucial in developing the flavors we love. To say “coffee bean” in Chinese, it’s 咖啡豆 (kā fēi dòu). 咖啡, as you just learned, is “coffee” and 豆 means “bean.” There are four types of 咖啡豆, each offering unique flavors and characteristics: Arabica (阿拉比卡, ā lā bǐ kǎ): Arabica beans are the most popular type, known for their rich, smooth flavors and less bitterness. Robusta (罗布斯塔, luó bù sī tǎ): Robusta is the second most popular type of coffee bean. They have a stronger, more bitter flavor and higher caffeine content, making them a favorite for espresso blends and instant coffee. Liberica (利比里亚, lì bǐ lǐ yà): This type of bean is less common, accounting for only around 2% of world coffee production. The beans are highly aromatic and have a unique, smoky flavor. Because of its unique taste, you could either love it or hate it. Excelsa (艾塞尔萨, ài sāi ěr sà): The beans are exclusively grown in Southeast Asia and are known for their tart, fruity notes. They add complexity and depth to many coffee blends. Ground Coffee 咖啡粉 “Ground coffee” in Chinese is 咖啡粉 (kā fēi fěn). The only new word here to learn is 粉 (fěn), meaning “powder.” So, the literal translation of 咖啡粉 is “coffee powder.” When making the perfect cup of coffee, your coffee grind size is crucial. The coarseness or fineness of your ground coffee directly affects the flavor and extraction process, and it should be matched to the type of coffee maker you use. |
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