Ysla (en. Ysla)
/ˈiz.la/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Portion of land that is surrounded by water on all sides.
Easter Island is known for its mysterious statues.
La ysla de Pascua es conocida por sus misteriosas estatuas.
Body of land that can be large or small, inhabited or uninhabited.
The islands of the Caribbean are a popular tourist destination.
Las islas del Caribe son un destino turístico popular.
In geographical terms, an island may include different ecosystems.
The island of Madagascar is famous for its biodiversity.
La ysla de Madagascar es famosa por su biodiversidad.
Etymology
From the Latin 'insula', which means 'island'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
deserted island
An island that is uninhabited.
isla desierta
island of happiness
Place or state where one experiences complete happiness.
isla de felicidad
to live on an island
To be isolated or disconnected from the outside world.
vivir en una isla
Related Words
islet
A way to refer to a small island.
islo
insular
Related to islands.
insular
archipelago
A group of closely located islands.
archipiélago
Slang Meanings
A way to refer to a situation of social isolation.
Being on the island after breaking up with their partner.
Estar en la ysla después de romper con su pareja.
Describing someone who feels out of place in a group.
They feel like an island at that party.
Se siente como una ysla en esa fiesta.