# Lungo

/ˈlʊŋɡoʊ/ (US) · /ˈlʊŋɡəʊ/ (UK) · CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/lungo
Updated: 2026-09-20

## Definition

a style of coffee made with an espresso machine that uses more water than a normal shot, resulting in a larger drink with a milder taste

For teachers: an espresso beverage produced by extending the extraction time to allow approximately double the water volume, resulting in a thinner body and increased bitterness.

## Examples

- I would like a lungo because I want a larger cup of coffee.
- If a standard espresso is too intense for your palate, you might prefer the more diluted profile of a lungo.
- The barista explained that a lungo differs from an Americano because all the water is passed through the grounds, leading to over-extraction and distinct woody notes.

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