Lexical entry

ココア

kokoa

A cocoa-based drink; also the cocoa used to make it.

Food & DrinkPure GairaigoSource uncertain

Meaning

Refers to the drink made from cocoa, usually served hot with milk or water. In some contexts it can also mean the cocoa solids or powder used to make the beverage.

cocoa drink
hot chocolate
cocoa solids in context

Examples

Example Sentences

寒い日は温かいココアが飲みたくなります。

さむいひはあたたかいココアがのみたくなります。

On cold days, I feel like drinking warm cocoa.

generated example

彼はココアにたっぷりの砂糖とミルクを入れました。

かれはココアにたっぷりのさとうとミルクをいれました。

He put plenty of sugar and milk in his cocoa.

generated example

寝る前にココアを飲むと、体が温まってよく眠れます。

ねるまえにココアをのむと、からだがあたたまってよくねむれます。

Drinking cocoa before bed warms the body and helps you sleep well.

generated example

カカオ

A tropical tree that produces cacao beans.

チョコレート

Chocolate as a food ingredient or confection.

ショコラ

Chocolate; the food or flavor made from cocoa.

Evidence and Provenance

Data source: JMdict_english
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