06 | Coffee Breaks

Today you will learn 5 new English words related to "Coffee Breaks"

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SEWT Team
September 28, 2025

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"Coffee breaks" are a common part of daily life in many English-speaking workplaces. They're not just about grabbing a cup of coffee—they’re also an opportunity to relax, socialize, and reset during a busy day. Learning how to talk about breaks, casual conversations, and work routines will help you feel more comfortable in both social and professional environments. Mastering today’s vocabulary will give you the confidence to participate in these everyday moments. Let’s jump right in!

5 TERMS

  1. Breakroom (Noun): A shared space where employees relax, eat, or take breaks.

  2. Recharge (Verb): To regain energy, either physically or mentally.

  3. Routine (Noun): A regular way of doing things, especially on a daily basis.

  4. Chit-chat (Noun): Casual, light conversation about unimportant topics.

  5. Caffeine (Noun): A substance in coffee, tea, and energy drinks that helps you feel awake.

EXAMPLE SENTENCES

  1. Breakroom

    • We met in the breakroom during our coffee break.

    • The company added a new microwave to the breakroom.

    • I always leave my snacks in the breakroom fridge.

  2. Recharge

    • A short coffee break helps me recharge in the afternoon.

    • I took a walk to recharge before the next meeting.

    • Coffee and silence are how I recharge during the day.

  3. Routine

    • Taking a coffee break at 10 a.m. is part of my routine.

    • Everyone has their own work routine, including break times.

    • My morning routine includes a coffee and five minutes of silence.

  4. Chit-chat

    • We had some chit-chat in the breakroom about the weather.

    • A little chit-chat can help coworkers bond.

    • I’m not a fan of small talk, but I join in the chit-chat anyway.

  5. Caffeine

    • I need some caffeine to survive Monday mornings.

    • Too much caffeine makes me feel jittery.

    • She switched to decaf because caffeine kept her up at night.

EXAMPLE PARAGRAPH

Coffee breaks are a small but important part of my workday routine. Every morning around 10:30, I head to the breakroom to grab a cup of coffee and take a few minutes to recharge. It’s not just about the caffeine—though that definitely helps—it’s also a moment to pause, chat with coworkers, and clear my head. A bit of chit-chat makes the office feel more friendly and relaxed. Even five minutes away from the screen can make a big difference in how productive and focused I feel for the rest of the day.