soda (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

"Soda" in Spanish is a noun (feminine: "la soda").

Phonetic Transcription

/só.ða/

Translation Options into English

• Soda
• Soft drink
• Pop (in some regional contexts)

Meaning and Usage

The term "soda" is used in Spanish-speaking countries to refer to carbonated soft drinks, commonly known as sodas or soft drinks in English. It can refer to various types of flavored carbonated beverages that are sweetened and often served cold. The frequency of use is relatively high and is commonly used in both oral speech and written contexts, especially in advertising, menus, and casual conversations.

Example Sentences

1. Me gusta tomar una soda fría en verano.

2. I like to drink a cold soda in summer.

3. Compré una soda de naranja para el almuerzo.

4. I bought an orange soda for lunch.

5. ¿Quieres una soda o agua?

6. Do you want a soda or water?

Idiomatic Expressions

"Soda" is not commonly found in many idiomatic expressions in Spanish. However, its use sometimes appears in phrases that may revolve around social or casual contexts involving beverages.

Example Sentences with Idiomatic Expressions

1. Pasar la tarde a la soda.

2. To spend the afternoon at the soda (meaning to relax and enjoy a drink in a casual setting).

3. Tomarse una soda en la plaza.

4. Having a soda in the plaza (indicating a social gathering at a local spot).

5. Nada como una soda fría en un día caluroso.

6. Nothing like a cold soda on a hot day.

Etymology

The word "soda" comes from the English word "soda," which itself is derived from the Latin word "soda," referring to a type of salt or soda ash. The term became associated with carbonated beverages in the 19th century as they were often made with sodium bicarbonate.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Refresco (in many regions) - Gaseosa (used in some Latin American countries)

Antonyms: - Agua (water) - Bebida sin gas (non-carbonated beverage)