# soft drink

CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/soft-drink
Updated: 2026-07-28

## Definition

a cold drink that has bubbles and sugar but does not have any alcohol in it.

For teachers: a non-alcoholic, typically carbonated beverage, often flavoured and sweetened with sugar or artificial sweeteners.

## Examples

- I would like a cold soft drink with my lunch.
- The restaurant offers a wide variety of soft drinks, including cola, ginger ale, and lemon-lime soda.
- Public health initiatives aimed at reducing childhood obesity often target the high sugar content found in most commercially available soft drinks.

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