A1 Collocation 중립

Stipra kafija

Strong coffee

Coffee with high intensity.

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문화적 배경

Latvians often brew coffee 'po-turkski' (Turkish style) but without the cezve—simply by pouring boiling water over grounds in a cup. This results in a very 'stipra kafija' with a layer of 'biezumi' (grounds) at the bottom. A 'kafijas pauze' is a standard part of any conference or long meeting. Providing 'stipra kafija' is considered essential for keeping participants alert. Riga has a historic coffee house culture dating back to the 17th century. Modern 'Specialty Coffee' shops in Riga focus on the 'stiprums' and 'skābums' (acidity) of different roasts. While coffee isn't in ancient dainas (folk songs), the concept of 'stiprums' (strength) is a core Latvian value, often associated with oak trees, beer, and character.

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Ordering Tip

If you want it really strong, ask for 'ļoti stipru kafiju' (very strong coffee).

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Grammar Trap

Don't forget that 'kafija' is feminine. 'Stiprs' is for masculine things like 'stiprs vējš' (strong wind).

Coffee with high intensity.

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Ordering Tip

If you want it really strong, ask for 'ļoti stipru kafiju' (very strong coffee).

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Grammar Trap

Don't forget that 'kafija' is feminine. 'Stiprs' is for masculine things like 'stiprs vējš' (strong wind).

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Hospitality

If a Latvian offers you coffee, it's polite to accept, even if you just take a few sips.

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The 'Biezumi' Rule

If you see grounds in your cup, don't drink the last centimeter—that's where the 'stiprums' is most concentrated and gritty!

셀프 테스트

Fill in the correct ending for the adjective 'stipr-'.

Man garšo stipr__ kafija.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: a

Since 'kafija' is feminine nominative, the adjective must be 'stipra'.

How do you order one strong coffee in a cafe?

Lūdzu, man vienu...

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: stipru kafiju

You need the accusative case for the object of your order.

Match the Latvian phrase with its English meaning.

Match the following:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Stipra kafija = Strong coffee, Vāja kafija = Weak coffee, Melna kafija = Black coffee, Karsta kafija = Hot coffee

These are the four most common descriptors for coffee in Latvian.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Vai tu gribi pienu pie kafijas? B: Nē, paldies. Man patīk ____ ____.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: stipra kafija

If someone refuses milk, they likely want their coffee 'stipra' or 'melna'.

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시각 학습 자료

Stipra vs. Melna

Stipra (Strong)
High caffeine Daudz kofeīna
Bold taste Izteikta garša
Melna (Black)
No milk Bez piena
Dark color Tumša krāsa

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the correct ending for the adjective 'stipr-'. Fill Blank A1

Man garšo stipr__ kafija.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: a

Since 'kafija' is feminine nominative, the adjective must be 'stipra'.

How do you order one strong coffee in a cafe? Choose A2

Lūdzu, man vienu...

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: stipru kafiju

You need the accusative case for the object of your order.

Match the Latvian phrase with its English meaning. Match A1

왼쪽의 각 항목을 오른쪽의 짝과 연결하세요:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Stipra kafija = Strong coffee, Vāja kafija = Weak coffee, Melna kafija = Black coffee, Karsta kafija = Hot coffee

These are the four most common descriptors for coffee in Latvian.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: Vai tu gribi pienu pie kafijas? B: Nē, paldies. Man patīk ____ ____.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: stipra kafija

If someone refuses milk, they likely want their coffee 'stipra' or 'melna'.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

14 질문

Not necessarily. It refers to the intensity of the brew. You can have a 'stipra kafija' with a little bit of milk.

Use the comparative form: 'stiprāka kafija'.

The opposite is 'vāja' (weak).

Yes, 'stipra tēja' is very common.

No, it's a normal request if the coffee is too watery for your taste.

Often yes, but technically it means high concentration. A good 'stipra kafija' should be intense but not necessarily burnt or overly bitter.

Man negaršo stipra kafija.

It's 'stiprinātā kafija', usually implying alcohol (like Black Balsam) has been added.

That is the accusative case, used when the coffee is the direct object of a verb like 'gribēt' (to want) or 'dzert' (to drink).

Yes, in Latvia, espresso is the definition of 'stipra kafija'.

You can, if you put a lot of powder in the cup!

Extremely. It is the most popular hot beverage, even more so than tea.

Stipras kafijas.

Lūdzu, pašu stiprāko kafiju.

관련 표현

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Melna kafija

similar

Black coffee

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Vāja kafija

contrast

Weak coffee

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Kafija ar pienu

contrast

Coffee with milk

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Dubultais espresso

specialized form

Double espresso

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Kafijas pauze

builds on

Coffee break

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