Definitions
01sweet fizzy drink
A2 · Elementary Uncountable noun American English
n. a sweet, cold drink with bubbles.
n. a sweetened, carbonated soft drink.
“He bought a grape soda and a bag of chips at the corner store.”
“The vending machine offered a wide variety of sodas, though most students preferred the low-sugar alternatives.”
Usage
In the United States, this term is regional; 'pop' is common in the Midwest, while 'soda' dominates the Northeast and West Coast.
Teaching tip
Learners should be aware that 'soda' is the standard term in many parts of the US, but 'fizzy drink' is more common in the UK.
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02carbonated water
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. water with bubbles in it, often used to mix with other drinks.
n. plain water impregnated with carbon dioxide, typically used as a mixer for alcoholic beverages or fruit juices.
“She ordered a tall glass of lime juice and soda with plenty of ice.”
“The bartender added a splash of soda to the cocktail to give it a refreshing effervescence without altering the flavour profile.”
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03chemical compound
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Science Technical
n. a white powder used in cooking or cleaning, like baking soda.
n. any of various sodium compounds, particularly sodium bicarbonate or sodium carbonate.
“The recipe calls for a teaspoon of baking soda to help the cake rise.”
“Industrial applications of caustic soda range from paper manufacturing to the production of various cleaning agents.”
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Etymology
From Italian soda. Sense 4 is an ellipsis of soda water.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Idioms
01. soda jerk
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
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- Common
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- A2 · Elementary
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