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Bryn

brihn

Bryn (name) means a male or female given name of Welsh origin, meaning "hill.". Example: “Bryn Terfel is a celebrated Welsh opera singer.”

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A male or female given name of Welsh origin, meaning "hill."
"Bryn Terfel is a celebrated Welsh opera singer."
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_____ Terfel is a celebrated Welsh opera singer.

Etymology

From Welsh bryn, meaning "hill, mound."

Origin: Welsh

Frequently asked questions

What does “Bryn” mean?

The word “Bryn” means a male or female given name of Welsh origin, meaning "hill.".

How do you pronounce “Bryn”?

“Bryn” is pronounced brihn (/bɹɪn/ in IPA).

How do you use “Bryn” in a sentence?

Here is “Bryn” used in a sentence: “Bryn Terfel is a celebrated Welsh opera singer.”

What part of speech is “Bryn”?

“Bryn” is a name.

Where does the word “Bryn” come from?

The word “Bryn” comes from Welsh. From Welsh bryn, meaning "hill, mound.".

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