soda
“soda” means “soda” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
soda
Also: soft drink, pop
📝 In Action
¿Quieres una soda de naranja o de uva?
A1Do you want an orange or a grape soda?
No deberías beber tanta soda porque tiene mucha azúcar.
A2You shouldn't drink so much soda because it has a lot of sugar.
club soda
Also: sparkling water, seltzer
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Tráeme un whisky con soda y mucho hielo, por favor.
A2Bring me a whisky and soda with lots of ice, please.
Prefiero tomar agua con soda que agua natural.
B1I prefer drinking sparkling water over still water.
diner
Also: eatery
📝 In Action
Vamos a la soda a comer un casado.
B1Let's go to the diner to eat a 'casado' (traditional dish).
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Words that translate to "soda" in Spanish:
club soda→diner→eatery→pop→seltzer→soda→soft drink→sparkling water→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: soda
Question 1 of 2
If you are in Costa Rica and someone asks to go to a 'soda', what are you doing?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Italian word 'soda', which eventually traces back to the Latin word 'solidus' meaning 'solid'. It originally referred to the ashes of certain plants used to make glass and soap, later becoming associated with sodium and carbonated water.
First recorded: 18th century (in its modern chemical context)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does everyone in the Spanish-speaking world say 'soda'?
Not everyone! In Spain, they prefer 'refresco' or 'gaseosa'. In South America, 'gaseosa' is very common, while 'soda' is most popular in Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Can 'soda' mean baking soda?
Not on its own. For baking soda, you must say 'bicarbonato de sodio'.