But there are multiple reasons people call soft drinks different things. Whether you're convinced it’s soda or pop, keep reading — we'll explain what may have influenced your vocabulary based ...

But personally, I’ve never really understood the difference between sparkling and soda water ― even though I’m fairly sure I could tell them apart on a blind taste test.

Plus, some history of the beverage here in the U.S. and what other English-speaking countries call the fizzy drinks.

Plus, some history of the beverage here in the U.S. and what other English-speaking countries call the fizzy drinks.

Why do Southerners call all fizzy beverages “Coke”? Some people theorize — and in fact Southern Living confirms — that it’s because Coke originated in Georgia.