Definitions
beach
Beach is a noun that refers to a sandy or pebbly shore by the ocean, sea, lake, or river.
Example
We spent the day at the beach.
Example
The beach was crowded with tourists.
beech
Beech is a noun that refers to a large tree with smooth gray bark and edible triangular nuts. It is often used for furniture and veneer.
Example
The forest is dominated by beech trees.
Example
The beech wood is very hard and durable.
Tips To Remember the Differences
Here are a few tips to easily distinguish the difference between these words while keeping in mind the description we've provided:
- To remember the difference between beach and beech, think of the letter 'A' in beach as representing the 'A' in 'sand', which is what you find on a beach. - For beech, think of the letter 'E' as representing the 'E' in 'tree', which is what a beech is.
Remember this!
Remember, beach is a sandy shore by the water, while beech is a type of tree.
