1. A designated or general region along a coastline suitable for swimming, sunbathing, and recreation
The beach area is crowded with tourists during summer vacation.
A área de praia fica lotada de turistas durante as férias de verão.
2. The zone or section of land adjacent to the shore
We set up our tent in the beach area near the dunes.
Montamos nossa tenda na área de praia perto das dunas.