Coffee is a dark, energizing drink made from roasted coffee beans, which come from the seeds of coffee plants that grow in warm climates around the world. When you walk past a coffee shop, that rich, toasty smell is coffee brewing. People drink it hot or iced, often in the morning to help them wake up and feel alert.

Coffee contains caffeine, a natural substance that makes people feel more awake and focused. That's why adults often say they “need their coffee” before starting work. Some people drink it black, while others add milk, cream, or sugar to soften its naturally bitter taste.

The drink originated in Ethiopia centuries ago and spread across the world through trade. Today, coffee is grown in places like Brazil, Colombia, and Vietnam. The beans are picked, dried, roasted until they turn brown, ground into powder, and then brewed with hot water.

When people say they're “meeting for coffee,” they often mean getting together to talk, whether or not they actually drink coffee. Coffee shops have become popular places to study, work, or catch up with friends.

Coffee can also be an adjective that describes the brown color of the drink itself, like coffee-colored hair or eyes.