macchiato

noun

mac·​chi·​a·​to ˌmä-kē-ˈä-(ˌ)tō 

: espresso topped with a thin layer of foamed milk

Examples of macchiato in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The cafe’s menu ranged from caramel macchiatos and mocha freezes to breakfast burritos, chocolate croissants and bear claws. — Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 1 Sep. 2026

Espresso, caffè macchiato, cappuccino…and perhaps a Caffè Shakerato in the peak heat of summer. — Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

For Gen Z, that means the flagship store is becoming a hangout again, one macchiato at a time. — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Aug. 2026

Customers can also get a closer look at the espresso bar as baristas artfully whip up everything from a caramel macchiato to a cocoa cappuccino, with unobstructed views and new lighting above the pickup area. — Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

1980, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for macchiato

• erato
• vibrato
• yamato
• auto
• dato
• motto
• moderato
• pizzicato