caffe latte

noun

caf·​fe lat·​te ˈkä-(ˌ)fā-ˈlä-(ˌ)tā How to pronounce caffe latte (audio)
: espresso mixed with hot or steamed milk

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And desserts, such as pistachio tiramisu and chocolate gateau with caffe latte gelato. Imelda García, Dallas Morning News, 20 Mar. 2026 European variations of the traditional caffe latte, such as the Dutch milchkaffee, the French cafe au lait, the Spanish cafe con leche or the Portuguese galao, are customarily served as part of breakfast at home. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026 Sadly, creating the perfect cap or caffe latte at home can be a hassle. Jaina Grey, WIRED, 12 Jan. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Italian caffelatte, short for caffè e latte coffee and milk

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of caffe latte was in 1829

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“Caffe latte.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/caffe%20latte. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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