macchiato

noun

mac·​chi·​a·​to ˌmä-kē-ˈä-(ˌ)tō How to pronounce macchiato (audio)
: espresso topped with a thin layer of foamed milk

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Bill Nye Our favorite Science Guy orders a caramel macchiato made with coconut milk. Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2025 Superautomatic machines can make espressos, macchiatos, Americanos, and more specialty drinks with the touch of a button. Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Aug. 2025 On the menu: macchiatos, lattes, Americanos, cappuccinos, cortados and more. Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 8 Aug. 2025 Over macchiatos, Tetti walked me through his reasons for turning against marble. Meara Sharma, The Dial, 22 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for macchiato

Word History

Etymology

Italian, short for caffè macchiato literally, coffee with a spot (of milk)

First Known Use

1980, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of macchiato was in 1980

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“Macchiato.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/macchiato. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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