アメリカンコーヒー

noun

American-style weak drip coffee

Refers to a weaker, milder brew compared to regular Japanese coffee, often served in larger cups. A wasei-eigo term; not the same as 'Americano' (espresso with hot water).

wasei-eigo (Japanese-coined English), from American coffee

• 朝あさは濃こいコーヒーよりアメリカンコーヒーが飲のみたい。

  In the morning, I'd rather have a mild American-style coffee than a strong one.

• この喫きっ茶さ店てんのアメリカンコーヒーはあっさりしていて飲のみやすい。

  The American-style coffee at this café is light and easy to drink.