Cool MateMeaning of Bay
a part of the sea, or of a large lake, partly surrounded by a wide curve of the land
In simple words: A bay is a part of the sea that is partly surrounded by land.
Bay in a sentence
- the Bay of Bengal
- Hudson Bay
- a magnificent view across the bay
- apartments overlooking the bay
- a **parking/loading bay**
- Put the equipment in No 3 bay.
- He was riding a big bay.
- I'm trying to keep my creditors at bay.
- Charlotte bit her lip to hold the tears at bay.
How to use Bay
Use 'bay' to describe a coastal feature. It's neutral and appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Avoid using it in a non-geographical sense.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'bay' as a place where the sea gives a hug to the land.
Related words
Synonyms for Bay
- ward off
Common mistakes with Bay
- Confused with 'bay' as in bark (like a dog) vs. the water feature.
- Using 'bay' to refer to a lake or river instead of a coastal area.
- Mistaking 'bay' for 'bays' — the correct form depends on context.
Bay appears in
Bay in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
خليج
الخليج هو جزء من البحر تحيط به اليابسة جزئيًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
উপসাগর, খাঁড়ি
উপসাগর হলো সমুদ্রের একটি অংশ যা স্থলভাগ দ্বারা আংশিকভাবে বেষ্টিত।
- GermanDeutsch
Bucht
Eine Bucht ist ein Teil des Meeres, der teilweise von Land umschlossen ist.
- SpanishEspañol
bahía
Una bahía es una parte del mar que está parcialmente rodeada por tierra.
- Persianفارسی
خلیج
خلیج بخشی از دریاست که تا حدی توسط خشکی احاطه شده.
- FrenchFrançais
Baie
Une baie, c'est une partie de la mer qui est en partie entourée par la terre.
- Hindiहिन्दी
खाड़ी
खाड़ी समुद्र का वह हिस्सा है जो ज़मीन से आधा घिरा होता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Baia
Una baia è una parte del mare che è parzialmente circondata dalla terra.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Baía
Uma baía é uma parte do mar que é parcialmente cercada por terra.
- RussianРусский
Бухта, залив
Залив — это часть моря, частично окруженная сушей.
- Urduاردو
خلیج
خلیج سمندر کا وہ حصہ ہے جو جزوی طور پر زمین سے گھرا ہوا ہو۔
- Chinese中文
湾, 海湾
海湾是海洋的一部分，被陆地部分包围。
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To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
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the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Bay
What does Bay mean?
A bay is a part of the sea that is partly surrounded by land.
What is the definition of Bay?
a part of the sea, or of a large lake, partly surrounded by a wide curve of the land
How do you use Bay in a sentence?
the Bay of Bengal
Can you give another example of Bay?
Hudson Bay
What are synonyms for Bay?
Common alternatives include ward off.
What is the opposite of Bay?
Opposite meanings include ocean, land.
What words go with Bay?
It commonly pairs with sheltered, shallow, sandy, overlook, across the bay, cargo, docking, hangar.
What are common mistakes when using Bay?
Confused with 'bay' as in bark (like a dog) vs. the water feature. Using 'bay' to refer to a lake or river instead of a coastal area. Mistaking 'bay' for 'bays' — the correct form depends on context.
How do you pronounce Bay?
US: /["/beɪ/"]/, UK: /["/beɪ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Bay?
Use 'bay' to describe a coastal feature. It's neutral and appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Avoid using it in a non-geographical sense.
What CEFR level is Bay?
"Bay" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.