A1 noun Neutral

marsh

/mɑːrʃ/

A marsh is a type of wetland that is often flooded with water. It is usually covered with grasses, reeds, and other plants that like wet soil.

Examples

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1

We saw many beautiful birds while walking near the marsh.

We saw many beautiful birds while walking near the marsh.

2

The state has passed a law to protect the coastal marsh from pollution.

The state has passed a law to protect the coastal marsh from pollution.

3

Don't go into the marsh without your boots or you'll get muddy.

Don't go into the marsh without your boots or you'll get muddy.

Word Family

Noun
marsh
Adjective
marshy
Related
marshland
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Memory Tip

Think of 'marshmallows'. They were originally named because they were made from the root of a mallow plant that grows in a marsh.

Quick Quiz

The hikers wore waterproof boots to cross the wet, grassy _____.

Correct!

The correct answer is: marsh

Examples

1

We saw many beautiful birds while walking near the marsh.

everyday

We saw many beautiful birds while walking near the marsh.

2

The state has passed a law to protect the coastal marsh from pollution.

formal

The state has passed a law to protect the coastal marsh from pollution.

3

Don't go into the marsh without your boots or you'll get muddy.

informal

Don't go into the marsh without your boots or you'll get muddy.

4

Research indicates that the marsh absorbs significant amounts of carbon dioxide.

academic

Research indicates that the marsh absorbs significant amounts of carbon dioxide.

5

Our construction plan includes a budget for preserving the local marsh.

business

Our construction plan includes a budget for preserving the local marsh.

Word Family

Noun
marsh
Adjective
marshy
Related
marshland

Common Collocations

salt marsh salt marsh
freshwater marsh freshwater marsh
marsh grass marsh grass
coastal marsh coastal marsh
marsh birds marsh birds

Common Phrases

tidal marsh

tidal marsh

marsh marigold

marsh marigold

salt-water marsh

salt-water marsh

Often Confused With

marsh vs swamp

A marsh is mostly grass and reeds, while a swamp is dominated by trees.

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Usage Notes

Use 'marsh' specifically when referring to wet areas where grasses grow. It is a countable noun, so you can have 'one marsh' or 'many marshes'.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often call any wet area a 'swamp', but remember that if it has no trees and lots of tall grass, 'marsh' is the better word.

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Memory Tip

Think of 'marshmallows'. They were originally named because they were made from the root of a mallow plant that grows in a marsh.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Old English word 'mersc', which means a swamp or a piece of low-lying land.

Grammar Patterns

Plural form: marshes Commonly used with the definite article 'the' Functions as a count noun
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Cultural Context

In many cultures, marshes are protected environmental zones essential for bird migration and flood control.

Quick Quiz

The hikers wore waterproof boots to cross the wet, grassy _____.

Correct!

The correct answer is: marsh

More nature words

scavenger

A1

A scavenger is an animal or a person that finds and collects things that others have thrown away or left behind. In nature, it refers to animals that eat dead plants or other dead animals to survive.

migration

A1

Migration is the movement of people or animals from one place to another to live or find food. It can happen every year with the seasons or be a permanent move to a new country.

hibernation

A1

Hibernation is a long, deep sleep that some animals take during the winter. It helps them save energy and survive when there is very little food available.

camouflage

A1

Camouflage is a way to hide by looking like the things around you. It helps animals and people stay safe by blending into the background so they are hard to see.

stream

A1

A stream is a small, narrow flow of water that moves naturally along a fixed path. It is smaller than a river and can usually be found in forests or parks.

pond

A1

A pond is a small area of still water that is smaller than a lake. It can be found naturally in the wild or built in a park or garden.

swamp

A1

A swamp is a low area of land that is always very wet or covered with water. It usually has many trees and plants growing in it and is often home to animals like frogs and alligators.

waterfall

A1

A waterfall is a place where a river or stream flows over a high, steep cliff or rock. It is a beautiful natural feature often found in mountainous areas where water drops vertically.

rapids

A1

Rapids are parts of a river where the water flows very fast over rocks. They look white and bubbly and can be dangerous for boats.

delta

A1

A delta is a low, flat area of land where a river divides into several smaller rivers before flowing into the sea. It is often shaped like a triangle and is formed by sand and soil left by the water.

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