beach
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /biːtʃ/
KK: /biːtʃ/
noun
Definition
A place by the water, usually covered with sand or pebbles, where people can relax, swim, or sunbathe.
Example
We spent the day at the beach, enjoying the sun and the waves.
Conversation
I can't wait to relax at the beach this weekend!
That sounds amazing! The beach is so calming.
Yeah, I love the sound of the waves and the warm sand.
Exactly! It's the perfect place to unwind and enjoy the sun.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
shore
coast
strand
Antonyms
ocean
land
inland
transitive verb
Definition
To leave a boat or other object stranded on the shore or to bring it ashore.
Example
They decided to beach the boat for the night to keep it safe from the storm.
Tense Forms
Past: beached
Past Participle: beached
Conversation
Did you hear about the boat that got beached during the storm?
Yeah, I saw that on the news! It looked pretty bad.
I hope they're able to beach it safely without any damage.
Root Explanation
The word 'beach' originates from Old English 'bæce', meaning a stream or river. It refers to the shore of a body of water, particularly where sand or pebbles are found.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'stream' ('bæce') flowing into a larger body of water, where you might find a sandy shore — that's what a beach is.
Visually Confused Words
breach
bleach
each
bach
breachy
beparch
teach
reach