General
ben
What does ben mean?
A mountain or high peak, most familiar in mountain names.
"We climbed the ben in glorious sunshine."
Origin
From Scottish Gaelic 'beinn' (mountain).
Frequently asked questions
What does 'ben' mean in Scotland?
A mountain or high peak. It's most familiar in mountain names like Ben Nevis or Ben Lomond.
Where does 'ben' come from?
From the Scottish Gaelic 'beinn', meaning mountain.
Is 'ben' the same as the 'ben' in but 'n' ben?
No — this 'ben' is a mountain from Gaelic, while the 'ben' meaning inner room is a separate Scots word.
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