Definition of Bath
Quick Meaning of Bath
A tub filled with water where you sit and wash your body.
Detailed Definition of Bath
A large container or room fixture filled with water for washing your whole body.
How to Pronounce Bath
Stress pattern: O (1-syllable word).
Tip: The vowel is long like in 'father', and the 'th' is voiced at the end.
Origin and Etymology of Bath
From Old English 'bæð', related to the Germanic word for immersion in water.
How to Use Bath in a Sentence
Each example shows “bath” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“I fill the bath with warm water every evening.”
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“The baby enjoys playing with toys in the bath.”
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“In Victorian England, a hot bath was a luxury that required servants to heat water.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Bath
Common Synonyms for Bath
Smart Synonyms for Bath — When to Use Each
- tub
- informal and shorter way to refer to the
- bathtub
- more formal and specific term for the fixture
Common Collocations with Bath
These phrases pair with “bath” in everyday English:
- take a bath
- run a bath
- bubble bath
- warm bath
Common Mistakes When Using Bath
Even fluent speakers slip up with “bath”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: She bathed in the bath water for one hour.
- ✓ Correct: She bathed in the bath for an hour.
- Why: Say 'in the bath' not 'in the bath water' because the water is implied.
- ✗ Wrong: I takes a bath every day before sleep.
- ✓ Correct: I take a bath every day before sleep.
- Why: First person singular 'I' uses the base form 'take', not 'takes'; that form is only for third person singular.
Words Confused With Bath
- Bath vs Bathroom: A bath is the tub; a bathroom is the room containing it. Compare →
Other Forms of Bath
- Noun: bath
Frequently Asked Questions About Bath
What is the meaning of "Bath"?
A tub filled with water where you sit and wash your body.
How do you pronounce "Bath"?
The IPA is /bɑːθ/. The vowel is long like in 'father', and the 'th' is voiced at the end.
What part of speech is "Bath"?
"Bath" is a noun at A1 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Bath"?
Common synonyms include tub, bathtub, wash basin.
How do you use "Bath" in a sentence?
For example: "I fill the bath with warm water every evening."