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Pepsi

PEHP-see

Pepsi (name) means a brand of cola soft drink made by PepsiCo. Example: “He grabbed a cold Pepsi from the vending machine.”

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A brand of cola soft drink made by PepsiCo.

"He grabbed a cold Pepsi from the vending machine."

How to use Pepsi

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA well-known brand of cola.

Easily confused with

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Word forms

Pepsis plural

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Etymology

Coined in 1898, short for "Pepsi-Cola," chosen to suggest the drink could relieve dyspepsia (indigestion).

· First attested 1898

Class of 1898 Pepsi joined the language around 1898.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Pepsi” mean?

The word “Pepsi” means a brand of cola soft drink made by PepsiCo. In plain terms, a well-known brand of cola.

How do you pronounce “Pepsi”?

“Pepsi” is pronounced PEHP-see (/ˈpɛpsi/ in IPA).

How do you use “Pepsi” in a sentence?

Here is “Pepsi” used in a sentence: “He grabbed a cold Pepsi from the vending machine.”

What part of speech is “Pepsi”?

“Pepsi” is a name.

Where does the word “Pepsi” come from?

The word “Pepsi” dates back to around 1898. Coined in 1898, short for "Pepsi-Cola," chosen to suggest the drink could relieve dyspepsia (indigestion).

Is “Pepsi” a common word?

“Pepsi” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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