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"Beach" in Spanish: playa
la playa
A beach is la playa. It is feminine. Say Vamos a la playa for Let's go to the beach.
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How to pronounce playa
Say it
PLAH-yah
/ˈpla.ʝa/
PLAH-yah. Stress PLAH. Soft y.
"Beach" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la playa | the beach Default noun. | Default noun. |
| ir a la playa | to go to the beach Day plan. | Day plan. |
| en la playa | at/on the beach Location. | Location. |
| playa pública | public beach Access type. | Access type. |
How to use playa in real life
- 1Plans
Vamos a la playa mañana.
Let's go to the beach tomorrow.
Simple invite.
- 2Directions
¿Cómo llego a la playa?
How do I get to the beach?
Ask a local.
- 3Weather
La playa está llena hoy.
The beach is full today.
Busy day note.
Mistakes English speakers make with playa
Incorrect: El playa es bonito.
Correct: La playa es bonita.
Playa is feminine: la playa.
Incorrect: Voy al beach.
Correct: Voy a la playa.
Use playa, not English beach.
Good to know
Good to knowPlaya is beach. Costa is the wider coast. Beach towns often say playa for the sandy strip.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Morning beach plans
ChatPal
¿Vamos a la playa temprano?
Shall we go to the beach early?
You
Sí. La playa está más vacía.
Yes. The beach is emptier.
ChatPal
Llevo bloqueador.
I'll bring sunscreen.
You
Yo llevo agua y snacks.
I'll bring water and snacks.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Beach" in Spanish
Is playa feminine?
Yes: la playa.
Go to the beach?
Ir a la playa.
Playa vs costa?
Playa is the beach; costa is the coast.
Pronounce playa?
PLAH-yah, stress on PLAH.
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