English Word · Intermediate
highball
A cocktail made by mixing a spirit with soda water or another similar mixer
Pronunciation: /ˈhaɪˌbɑl/
Meaning
A cocktail made by mixing a spirit with soda water or another similar mixer.
Example
The bartender mixed whisky and soda water to make a highball.
The bartender mixed whisky and soda water to make a highball.
Practice tips
- Practice highball out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.