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COFFEE KLATSCH, COFFEE KLATCH |
“Coffee klatsch” comes from German Kaffeeklatsch
meaning “coffee chat.” This is a compound word of which only
one element has been translated, with the other being left in its
original German spelling.
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.
