Different dialects: tell us about the unusual American words you use
by Rachel Obordo and Guardian readers from on (#39AHV)
Whether they were introduced to you by family or friends, we want to hear about the distinctive American words in your vocabulary
If you live or work in America, what do you call a fizzy drink you buy during your lunch break? Is it soda? Maybe it's pop? Or perhaps it's a soft drink, or a coke (even if it's not actually Coca Cola)?
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