lemonade
word
/ˈɫɛməˈneɪd/
lem-uh-NAYD
/lˌɛmənˈeɪd/
lem-uh-NAYD
Definition
A sweet, refreshing drink made from lemon juice, water, and sugar. Sometimes it can also refer to soda made with lemon flavor.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly non-carbonated in the US (fresh drink), while in the UK and many other countries, 'lemonade' often means a lemon-flavored soda. Pairs naturally with warm weather, outdoor events, or as a children's drink. Typical collocation: 'a glass of lemonade,' 'make lemonade.'
Spanish: limonadaPortuguese (BR): limonadaPortuguese (PT): limonadaChinese (Simplified): 柠檬水Chinese (Traditional): 檸檬水Hindi: नींबू पानीArabic: عصير الليمونBengali: লেমনেডRussian: лимонадJapanese: レモネードVietnamese: nước chanh - nước ngọt vị chanhKorean: 레모네이드Turkish: limonataUrdu: لیموں پانی - لیمونیڈIndonesian: lemonade
Example Sentences
She made fresh lemonade for the party.
basic
Can I have a glass of lemonade, please?
basic
That homemade lemonade really hit the spot after my run.
natural
Kids set up a lemonade stand every summer in our neighborhood.
natural
The restaurant serves sparkling lemonade with mint leaves.
natural
I like to drink lemonade on hot days.
basic