Phrase guide

flat white

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A type of white coffee made with espresso coffee and hot milk, similar to a small latte.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: flattie

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see flat, white; especially, white paint that is not glossy.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

The coffee is said to have been created (or popularized) in Australia or New Zealand.

Across languages

Translations

7 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Chinese Mandarin: 馥芮白 (fùruìbái) — white coffee made with espresso and hot milk
  • Chinese Mandarin: 澳白 (àobái) — white coffee made with espresso and hot milk
  • Chinese Mandarin: 平白 (píngbái) — white coffee made with espresso and hot milk
  • Czech: flat white — white coffee made with espresso and hot milk
  • Finnish: maitokahvi — white coffee made with espresso and hot milk
  • German: Flat White — white coffee made with espresso and hot milk
  • Māori: kawhe mōwai — white coffee made with espresso and hot milk