Word
seaside
Phoneticssea·side, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈsiˌsaɪd/
UK/sˈiːsaɪd/
Definitions
01coastal holiday area
A2 · Elementary Uncountable noun British English
n. the area by the sea, including the beach and the town next to it, where people go for fun.
n. the area adjacent to the sea, typically encompassing the beach, promenade, and associated resort facilities.
“We spent a lovely weekend at the seaside eating ice cream and walking on the sand.”
“The traditional British seaside has seen a resurgence in popularity as travelers seek nostalgic experiences at historic coastal resorts.”
Usage
Often used with the definite article 'the'.
Synonyms
Antonyms
02located by the sea
A2 · Elementary
adj. located at or related to the area by the sea.
adj. situated at or pertaining to the coast; used attributively before a noun.
“They stayed in a small seaside hotel with a beautiful view of the water.”
“The government proposed new regulations to protect seaside communities from the increasing threat of coastal erosion and rising sea levels.”
Usage
Usually appears before the noun it describes.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- A2 · Elementary
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