coffee

/ˈkɒf.i/noun
Early Childhood
1

A beverage made by infusing the beans of the coffee plant in hot water.

2

A serving of this beverage.

3

The seeds of the plant used to make coffee, called ‘beans’ due to their shape.

4

The powder made by roasting and grinding the seeds.

5

A tropical plant of the genus Coffea.

6

A pale brown color, like that of milk coffee.

7

The end of a meal, when coffee is served.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing