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🧑‍💼 A family name 🏝️ A Scottish island
Barra

Barra

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An island off the west coast of Scotland with beaches
  • proper noun
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Examples

  • Well, Scotland didn't give a shit when they built Barra Airport, which uses a stretch of soft

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  • So we left Koh Lipe, took a ferry to Pak Barra, then a mini bus to Hat Yai.

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  • The island of Barra is famous for its stunning beaches and rich Scottish culture.

  • During my visit to Barra, I enjoyed exploring its beautiful landscapes.

  • Located off the west coast of Scotland, Barra offers a perfect getaway with its serene environment.

Surface Forms

Barra main

Etymology

Barra the Scottish island gets its name from old Gaelic and Norse words that likely mean 'barley', so you can think of it as 'barley island' and remember it like the English word barley. That's why the island's name connects to the land and its history.