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Kattegatt

Kattegatt

9.8
A narrow sea channel between Denmark and Sweden that links the North Sea and the Baltic Sea
  • proper noun
: Kattegatt
  • Many ships pass through the Kattegatt on their way to the Baltic Sea.

Examples

  • The coastlines along the Kattegatt are popular for sailing and fishing.

  • Strong currents can make navigation in the Kattegatt challenging during winter.

  • The Kattegatt is known for its rich marine life.

  • Many ships navigate through the Kattegatt strait.

  • Many ships pass through the Kattegatt on their way to the Baltic Sea.

  • The coastlines along the Kattegatt are popular for sailing and fishing.

  • Strong currents can make navigation in the Kattegatt challenging during winter.

Surface Forms

Kattegatt main

Etymology

Kattegatt comes from old Dutch parts kat ('cat') and gat ('hole' or 'passage'), a name sailors used for the narrow, tricky opening between Jutland and Sweden. So, thinking of a 'cat's hole' helps you remember that the Kattegatt is the tight strait that many ships must pass through.