Learn 28 essential English words and phrases you can use at the beach! Perfect for English learners who want to sound natural while enjoying the sun, sand, and sea.

�‍� Want me to be your private tutor? https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/8e554316

� OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join

1. Beach Objects & Gear
Towel – a cloth you use to dry your body

I lay on my towel in the sand.

Swimsuit – clothes you wear for swimming

She is wearing a blue swimsuit.

Flip-flops – light sandals for the beach

I wear flip-flops so my feet don’t get hot.

Sunscreen – lotion to protect your skin from the sun

Don’t forget your sunscreen!

Beach umbrella – a big umbrella for shade

We sat under the beach umbrella.

Cooler – a box that keeps drinks and food cold

We brought a cooler with water and snacks.

Bucket and shovel – toys for digging in sand

The kids played with a bucket and shovel.

2. Nature and Surroundings
Waves – the moving water in the ocean

The waves were big today!

Tide – when the ocean water moves in or out

The tide is coming in.

Seashell – a hard object found on the beach

I found a pink seashell.

Sand – tiny rocks on the beach

The sand is hot!

Palm tree – a tall tree with big leaves

There are many palm trees here.

Seagull – a white bird near the ocean

A seagull stole my chips!

3. Activities
Swim – to move in the water

Let’s go swim in the ocean.

Sunbathe – to lie in the sun to get a tan

She likes to sunbathe in the morning.

Surf – to ride waves on a board

He wants to learn to surf.

Snorkel – to swim with a mask and look at fish

We went snorkeling near the rocks.

Build a sandcastle – make a castle with sand

They built a big sandcastle.

Relax – to rest and feel calm

I just want to relax today.

Float – to stay on top of the water

The baby can float with help.

4. Safety and Environment
Lifeguard – a person who watches swimmers and helps them

The lifeguard blew his whistle.

Rip current – a strong current that pulls you out

Be careful! There’s a rip current.

Jellyfish – a sea animal that can sting

Watch out for jellyfish.

Sunburn – red, painful skin from too much sun

He got a bad sunburn yesterday.

Red flag – a warning that the water is dangerous

There’s a red flag today. No swimming.

5. Useful Phrases
Can I swim here?

Ask the lifeguard: Can I swim here?

Where is the bathroom?

Always a good phrase to know!

How much is it?

If you’re buying food or renting gear, ask: How much is it?