海水浴
Meanings
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sea bathing; swimming in the ocean; ocean dip
Refers to recreational swimming or bathing in the sea, often at a beach. Commonly used in compounds like 海水浴場 (beach) and 海水浴客 (beachgoer).
I went sea bathing with my family during summer vacation.
This coast is perfect for swimming in the ocean.
Usage patterns
- 海水浴に行くto go sea bathing / go to the beach for a swim
During summer vacation, my family and I went sea bathing.
- 〈場所〉で海水浴をするto go sea bathing/swimming at a place
We went sea bathing in the waters of Okinawa.
- 海水浴を楽しむto enjoy sea bathing
The children are enjoying their swim in the sea.