moka
/ˈmɔ.ka/alternative form
The Italian word for mocha (coffee with chocolate) is moka. Wiktionary also lists moca.
Meaning: coffee with chocolate (noun)
Ways to say it
| Italian | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| moka | /ˈmɔ.ka/ | alternative form |
| moca | /ˈmɔ.ka/ |
In Italian, moka refers to coffee flavored with chocolate.
Which one should you use?
moka is an alternative spelling of moca.
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
The word has two syllables, and the first syllable is stressed. It is pronounced /ˈmɔ.ka/.
Did you know?
- In Italy, a moka is most commonly known as the iconic octagonal aluminum pot used to brew coffee at home, rather than a specific drink flavor.
- The original Yemeni coffee from the port of Mocha was prized for its distinct chocolatey notes, which is why the word became synonymous with chocolate-flavored coffee.
- The coffee pot moka was patented by Alfonso Bialetti in 1933 and has become a symbol of Italian industrial design worldwide.
Example sentences for Italian are not verified yet.
Example conversation
Lorenzo and Sofia are at a coffee shop.
- LorenzoCiao Sofia, cosa prendi da bere?Hi Sofia, what are you drinking?
- SofiaPrendo un moka caldo.I'll have a hot mocha.
- LorenzoOttima scelta, ne prendo uno anche io.Great choice, I'll have one too.
- SofiaPerfetto, ordiniamo subito!Perfect, let's order now!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “mocha” translations and entries moka, moca, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
