Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bach

noun

bɑːk

Definition

A small, natural stream or brook.

Examples

They spent the summer by the bach, fishing and swimming in the nearby stream.
As they hiked deeper into the woods, they followed the sound of the bach flowing over the rocks.

Meaning

In geographical terms, ‘bach’ refers to a stream, especially a mountain stream or creek. In New Zealand, it is also commonly associated with a holiday home or a place for relaxation, particularly in a rural or scenic area.