barista

noun

ba·​ris·​ta bə-ˈrē-stə 

bä-ˈrē-stä

: a person who makes and serves coffee (such as espresso) to the public

Examples of barista in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This is the step where the barista compresses the ground coffee within the portafilter to create a dense puck. — Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2026

The layout also includes multiple lounges and private salons, a barista bar, a library, a chef’s table, and a wine vault. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 July 2026

Finally there’s a comedy hub for people too afraid to make eye contact with their baristas. — Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 30 July 2026

Encouragement and pride Currently, about 15 young people work in the café as cooks, baristas, and servers. — Anne Pinto-Rodrigues, Christian Science Monitor, 20 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Italian, person working behind a bar, from bar bar (from English) + - ista -ist entry 1

First Known Use

1982, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for barista

• arista
• artiste
• batiste
• crista
• sandinista