soft drink — a cold drink that does not contain alcohol, such as cola, lemonade, or fruit juice
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a cold drink that does not contain alcohol, such as cola, lemonade, or fruit juice
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɔːft drɪŋk/
Korean meaning: 알코올이 들어있지 않은 차가운 음료, 탄산음료, 청량음료
Korean pronunciation: **소**프트 **드**링크
Example Sentences
- The bartender looked confused when I asked for his strongest soft drink.
- Children are not allowed to buy soft drinks at this health-conscious school.
- My dentist's waiting room only serves water - even soft drinks are considered too dangerous.
soft drink
NOUN//ˈsɔːft drɪŋk//
a cold drink that does not contain alcohol, such as cola, lemonade, or fruit juice
He cracks open a cold soft drink after mowing the lawn.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
'soft'는 알코올이 들어있지 않아 '순한' 음료라는 의미에서 나왔고, 'hard drink'(독한 술)과 대비되는 개념으로 19세기부터 사용되기 시작했습니다.
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📝Examples
“The bartender looked confused when I asked for his strongest soft drink.”
“Children are not allowed to buy soft drinks at this health-conscious school.”
“My dentist's waiting room only serves water - even soft drinks are considered too dangerous.”
“The airline offers complimentary soft drinks during the flight.”
“He tried to impress his date by ordering the most expensive soft drink on the menu.”
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