drinks
word · lemma: drink
/ˈdɹɪŋks/
dringks
/dɹˈɪŋks/
dringks
Definition
Things that people drink, such as water, juice, coffee, or soda. It can also mean alcoholic beverages in some contexts.
Usage & Nuances
Often used as a countable plural noun: 'soft drinks', 'cold drinks', 'hot drinks'. In restaurants, 'drinks' often means beverages in general; at parties or bars, it can imply alcohol. Don't confuse the noun 'drinks' with the verb 'drinks' in 'She drinks coffee.'
Spanish: bebidasPortuguese (BR): bebidasPortuguese (PT): bebidasChinese (Simplified): 饮料Chinese (Traditional): 飲料Hindi: पेयArabic: مشروباتBengali: পানীয়Russian: напиткиJapanese: 飲み物Vietnamese: đồ uốngKorean: 음료Turkish: içeceklerUrdu: مشروباتIndonesian: minuman
Example Sentences
We have cold drinks in the fridge.
basic
The café sells hot drinks and sandwiches.
basic
No drinks are allowed in the classroom.
basic
Let’s grab some drinks after work.
natural
They brought drinks for everyone at the party.
natural
The hotel room comes with free drinks in the minibar.
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