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Yalesā tāan
Definition
Sandy beach; a beach by the sea where people sunbathe, play, and swim.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to sandy coastal areas, distinguishing it from general seaside locations like 海邊. It is the standard term for recreational beaches where people go to relax, swim, or play in the sand. When discussing the activity of visiting, it is common to pair it with verbs like 去 or 玩.
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Let's go swimming at the beach this Saturday.
Do you like going to the beach to sunbathe?
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