What Is a Coffee Klatch Meaning?

Merriam Webster defines a coffee klatch as an informal social gatherings for coffee and conversation. The gatherings usually consist of a group of friends at someone's house. The term “coffee klatch” comes from the German word, “kaffeeklatsch,” which translates to coffee (kaffee) + gossip (klatsch).

What is the purpose of a coffee klatch?

a social gathering for informal conversation at which coffee is served. Also coffee klatch, kaffee klatsch.

Is it coffee clutch or coffee Klatch?

Many people anglicize the spelling further to “coffee klatch” or “coffee clatch.” Either one is less sophisticated than “coffee klatsch,” but not too likely to cause raised eyebrows. “Coffee clutch” is just a mistake except when used as a deliberate pun to label certain brands of coffee-cup sleeves or to name a cafe.

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