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    Caraffa (en. Caraffa)

    /kaʁaf.a/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A container that is generally conical or round in shape, often with a long neck, used for serving liquids.
    The caraffa is often used for wine at the table.
    La caraffa est souvent utilisée pour le vin à table.
    A drinking vessel, often decorated, that is used to pour beverages.
    She filled the caraffa with water for the guests.
    Elle a rempli la caraffa d'eau pour les invités.
    A serving accessory in restaurants for drinks.
    The waiter brought a caraffa of mineral water.
    Le serveur a apporté une caraffa d'eau minérale.

    Etymology

    Of Italian origin, the word ‘caraffa’ refers to a large-capacity container.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to put in a caraffa
    Transferring a liquid into a caraffa to serve it.
    mettre en caraffa
    to serve in a caraffa
    Using a caraffa to present drinks at the table.
    servir dans une caraffa

    Related Words

    carafe
    A similar container for serving liquids, often used interchangeably with caraffa.
    carafe
    decanter
    A container used to separate liquids, usually wine from the sediment.
    décanteur

    Slang Meanings

    Sometimes used by young people to refer to a convivial moment around a drink.
    Are we having a caraffa tonight at my place?
    On se fait une caraffa ce soir chez moi ?
    Expresses the idea of sharing drinks among friends.
    Bring a caraffa, we're going to toast!
    Apporte une caraffa, on va trinquer !