How to Pronounce koffie

CEFR level: A1

English: coffee

Say it like KOF-ee

Phonetic breakdown

Two syllables: a stressed KOF (short 'o' as in 'off') then an unstressed 'ee'.

Common mistake

Don't stress the final syllable; the weight sits firmly on KOF.

Usage tip

Order 'een koffie' in any cafe; 'koffie verkeerd' is a latte.

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