Italian · Food & Drink
"A coffee, please" in Italian: un caffè, per favore
un caffè, per favore
A coffee please in Italian is un caffè, per favore. At the bar, say it clearly; Italians often drink espresso standing.
Standing at the counter
Buongiorno—un caffè, per favore.Speak with an AI partner · 7 days free
How to pronounce un caffè, per favore
Say it
oon kaf-FEH pehr fah-VOH-reh
/un kafˈfɛ per faˈvo.re/
Un caffè, per favore: oon kaf-FEH pehr fah-VOH-reh. Stress FEH and VOH.
"A coffee, please" in Italian: quick reference
| Italian | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| un caffè, per favore | a coffee, please Default polite order. | Default polite order. |
| un caffè | a coffee Shorter at a familiar bar. | Shorter at a familiar bar. |
| un caffè macchiato, per favore | a macchiato, please Specific style. | Specific style. |
| mi fa un caffè, per favore? | could you make me a coffee, please? Softer ask. | Softer ask. |
How to use un caffè, per favore in real life
- 1Standing at the counter
Buongiorno—un caffè, per favore.
Good morning—a coffee, please.
Classic bar line.
- 2Train station kiosk
Di corsa: un caffè, per favore.
In a rush: a coffee, please.
Quick order.
- 3Hotel breakfast
Per me un caffè, per favore.
For me a coffee, please.
Table service.
Mistakes English speakers make with un caffè, per favore
Incorrect: Un caffè per piacere grande.
Correct: Un caffè, per favore.
Keep the set polite phrase; specify size separately if needed.
Incorrect: Una caffè, per favore.
Correct: Un caffè, per favore.
Caffè is masculine: un.
Good to know
In Italy un caffè usually means espresso. If you want an American-style cup, ask for un caffè americano. Paying at the cassa first is common in busy city bars.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Ordering at a busy neighborhood bar
ChatPal
Cosa prendi tu?
What are you getting?
You
Un caffè, per favore—e tu?
A coffee, please—and you?
ChatPal
Anch'io: un caffè, per favore.
Same: a coffee, please.
You
Perfetto, pago io stavolta.
Perfect, I'll pay this time.
This is a sample. In ChatPal you have this conversation out loud and get feedback on what you say.
Practice this conversation in ChatPal"A coffee, please" in other languages
FAQ
Common questions about "A coffee, please" in Italian
Exact phrase?
Un caffè, per favore.
Without please?
Un caffè works with familiar staff.
Macchiato?
Un caffè macchiato, per favore.
Espresso default?
Yes—un caffè means espresso.
Learn a word, then use it out loud
- Step 1: See it in context
- Step 2: Say it out loud
- Step 3: Get feedback
- Step 4: Use it in real scenarios
Keep reading
- How to Learn Italian Fast and Speak with ConfidenceLearn how to learn Italian with a clear roadmap, speaking-first tactics and daily habits that turn basics into real conversation confidence.
- Translate Hello in Italian with ConfidenceLearn how to translate hello in Italian with context, pronunciation, and practice prompts. Master ciao, buongiorno, buonasera, and salve for real conversations.
