Synonyms for "soup"
4 kid-friendly synonyms for soup, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).
What does "soup" mean?
The word soup is a noun that means: a hot meal that is mostly liquid, with bits of food in it.
Example: "I love hot soup."
Grade 3–5Stronger words for soup
For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:
Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for soup
Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:
FAQ — synonyms for soup
What is a good synonym for soup in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try broth. For older students, "broth" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does soup have?
We list 4 grade-appropriate synonyms for soup across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is soup a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, soup is used as a noun.
🦒 Try the live tool
Look up another word in the Synonym Finder.
Open Synonym Finder for soup →