kaffeeklatsch
/ˈkæf.iˌklætʃ/
NOUN
1. An informal social gathering over coffee
A casual gathering of people, traditionally friends or acquaintances, who meet to drink coffee and talk, often about personal matters or everyday events.
1.1. Friendly gatherings and conversation
A relaxed social occasion where people meet over coffee to chat, catch up, and enjoy one another's company.
Synonyms
- coffee klatch
- coffee klatsch
- klatch
- klatsch
- get-together
- tea party
Examples
- She hosted a lively kaffeeklatsch for her friends every Sunday afternoon.
- The neighbors gathered for a kaffeeklatsch and caught up on local news.
- The book club meeting turned into an informal kaffeeklatsch over coffee and pastries.
Related Words
- coffee
- conversation
- socializing
- gathering
- companionship
- hospitality
1.2. Gossip and informal discussion
A gathering characterized by casual conversation, often involving personal news, rumors, or lighthearted discussion.
Synonyms
- gabfest
- gossip session
- chat
- chinwag
Examples
- Their afternoon kaffeeklatsch was filled with neighborhood gossip.
- What began as a quick coffee break became a long kaffeeklatsch about family and friends.
- The coworkers enjoyed a kaffeeklatsch while discussing the latest office news.
Related Words
- gossip
- small talk
- chitchat
- rumors
- conversation
- social news