beach (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: ˈbiːtʃ
Definition
A sandy or pebbly shore, especially by the sea, including dunes and the area where the tide comes in.
Examples
We spent the day relaxing on the beach, soaking up the sun.
The children built sandcastles on the beach while their parents swam.
After the storm, a lot of seaweed washed up on the beach.
How to Use beach
- on the beach (prepositional phrase)
- Located at the shore of a body of water. — "We had a picnic on the beach."
- go to the beach (collocation)
- To travel to the shore for recreation. — "Let's go to the beach this weekend."
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