Borneo
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Name — A large island in Southeast Asia, shared between Brunei, Indonesia, and Malaysia.
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Etymology
From Portuguese "Borneo," likely tracing back to a Sanskrit phrase meaning "island of Varuna" (a Hindu deity) — the same root as the name Brunei.
Full origin of Borneo →Frequently asked questions
What does “Borneo” mean?
The word “Borneo” means a large island in Southeast Asia, shared between Brunei, Indonesia, and Malaysia. In plain terms, the name of a major island in Southeast Asia known for its rainforests and wildlife.
How do you pronounce “Borneo”?
“Borneo” is pronounced BAW-nee-oh (/ˈbɔɹnioʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Borneo” in a sentence?
Here is “Borneo” used in a sentence: “They trekked through the rainforests of Borneo to see orangutans in the wild.”
What part of speech is “Borneo”?
“Borneo” is a name.
Where does the word “Borneo” come from?
The word “Borneo” comes from Portuguese. From Portuguese "Borneo," likely tracing back to a Sanskrit phrase meaning "island of Varuna" (a Hindu deity) — the same root as the name Brunei.
