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Definition
Barista (noun):
- A person who is specially trained in the art of preparing and serving coffee and coffee-based beverages, and is often also skilled in making latte art, which involves creating designs with the milk foam on the surface of a latte.
- In a broader sense, a barista may also be responsible for serving other drinks and light snacks in a coffee shop setting.
Pronunciation
- Pronunciation: ba·ris·ta
Example Sentences
- “She learned how to grind the coffee beans to the perfect consistency for each type of coffee beverage.”
- “The barista skillfully crafted a heart-shaped design in the foam of my cappuccino.”
- “The new coffee shop hired a talented barista who quickly became popular with regular customers.”
Notes
- A barista often needs to have knowledge of different coffee beans, brewing methods, and the ability to create latte art.
- Baristas typically work in coffee shops, cafés, restaurants, and other establishments that serve coffee and espresso-based drinks.
- The plural of “barista” can be either “baristas” in English or “baristi” in Italian, though “baristas” is more commonly used in English.