beverage
word
/ˈbɛvɝɪdʒ/
/bˈɛvəɹɪdʒ/
Definition
A beverage is any liquid that people drink, such as water, juice, tea, or soda.
Usage & Nuances
'Beverage' is a formal and general word. It's used in menus or official contexts; in daily conversation, people more often say 'drink'. Common collocations: 'hot beverage', 'cold beverage', 'alcoholic beverage'.
Spanish: bebidaPortuguese (BR): bebidaPortuguese (PT): bebidaChinese (Simplified): 饮料Chinese (Traditional): 飲料Hindi: पेयArabic: مشروبBengali: পানীয়Russian: напитокJapanese: 飲み物Vietnamese: đồ uốngKorean: 음료Turkish: içecekUrdu: مشروبIndonesian: minuman
Example Sentences
I ordered a cold beverage at the restaurant.
basic
Water is a healthy beverage.
basic
Would you like a hot beverage with your breakfast?
basic
The menu offers a wide variety of beverages.
natural
Most people choose a cold beverage on a hot day.
natural
Can I get you any beverages while you wait?
natural