beach
word
/ˈbitʃ/
beech
/bˈiːtʃ/
beech
Definition
A beach is an area of sand or small stones next to the sea, a lake, or a river. People often go there to swim, relax, sunbathe, or play.
Usage & Nuances
Most often, 'beach' means the sandy area by the sea. Common phrases include 'go to the beach', 'on the beach', and 'beach towel'. Do not confuse it with 'coast' (the general land next to the sea) or 'shore' (the edge of the water).
Spanish: playaPortuguese (BR): praiaPortuguese (PT): praiaChinese (Simplified): 海滩Chinese (Traditional): 海灘Hindi: समुद्र तट - बीचArabic: شاطئBengali: সমুদ্রতট - বালুকাবেলাRussian: пляжJapanese: ビーチ - 浜辺Vietnamese: bãi biểnKorean: 해변 - 바닷가Turkish: plajUrdu: ساحلIndonesian: pantai
Example Sentences
We go to the beach every summer.
basic
There is a small beach near the hotel.
basic
The children are playing on the beach.
basic
Let's get to the beach early before it gets crowded.
natural
I left my phone in the car at the beach.
natural
After a long week, I just want to sit on the beach and do nothing.
natural