Formal and Informal Expressions of demitasse

In different contexts, you can replace 'demitasse' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'coffee cup, espresso cup' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'little cup, tiny cup' is a commonplace synonym.

demitasse: Explore its Definition & Usage

demitasse Definition

a small cup for serving strong black coffee after dinner.

Using demitasse: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "demitasse" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

Example
The waiter brought a demitasse of espresso after dinner.
Example
She sipped her coffee from a delicate demitasse.

demitasse Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for demitasse

coffee cup
espresso cup
small cup

Phrases with demitasse

demitasse spoon
a small spoon used for stirring coffee in a demitasse cup
Example
He stirred his coffee with a demitasse spoon.
demitasse set
a set of small cups and saucers used for serving coffee after dinner
Example
She inherited a beautiful demitasse set from her grandmother.
demitasse coffee
strong black coffee served in a demitasse cup
Example
He prefers to drink demitasse coffee after dinner.

Origins of demitasse

from French 'demi-tasse', meaning 'half cup'

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Summary: demitasse in Brief

'Demitasse' [dem-i-tas] is a small cup used for serving strong black coffee after dinner. It is often accompanied by a demitasse spoon and can be part of a demitasse set. The term 'demitasse' can also refer to the coffee itself, which is typically strong and black.