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Meaning of microfoam | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
/ˈmʌɪkɹə(ʊ)fəʊm/

Definitions

Foam consisting of very small bubbles, specifically as an element in the steamed milk used to make certain types of latte coffee.

countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Suomi mikrovaahto
Français micro-mousse

Examples

“When a barista steams the milk for a cappuccino, microfoam is created by introducing very tiny bubbles of air into the milk, giving the milk a velvety texture and sweetness.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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