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Pronunciation / Transliteration: moca
"Eu pedi uma moca no café."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A type of coffee made from beans grown in the Mocha region of Yemen, often characterized by a rich, chocolatey flavor.
"I ordered a mocha at the café, enjoying its sweet and creamy taste." - 2
A beverage made with espresso, steamed milk, and chocolate syrup, typically topped with whipped cream.
"On cold days, I love to warm up with a hot mocha topped with whipped cream."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'mocha' originates from the city of Mocha in Yemen, which was a major coffee trading port in the 15th century. The name became associated with a specific type of coffee that was exported from this region, known for its rich flavor and chocolatey undertones, leading to the modern usage of the term in various contexts, including beverages and flavors.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Mocha" is said worldwide
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moka
Transliteration: moka
"J'ai commandé un moka au café."
Mokka
Transliteration: Mokka
"Ich habe einen Mokka im Café bestellt."
moka
Transliteration: moka
"Ho ordinato un moka al bar."
moca
Transliteration: moca
"Pedí una moca en la cafetería."
moca
Transliteration: moca
"Eu pedi uma moca no café."
मोका
Transliteration: mokā
"मैंने कैफे में मोका ऑर्डर किया।"
摩卡
Transliteration: mó kǎ
"我在咖啡馆点了一杯摩卡。"
모카
Transliteration: moka
"나는 카페에서 모카를 주문했다."
モカ
Transliteration: moka
"カフェでモカを注文しました。"
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