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Pronunciation / Transliteration: Boreuneo
"보르네오는 독특한 생물 다양성으로 유명합니다."
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The third-largest island in the world, located in Southeast Asia, divided among Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei.
"Borneo is known for its rich biodiversity and tropical rainforests." - 2
A region characterized by its unique wildlife and indigenous cultures.
"Many tourists visit Borneo to experience its diverse ecosystems and cultural heritage."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The name 'Borneo' is derived from the Malay word 'burni', which means 'burnt' or 'to burn'. The island has been known to Europeans since the 16th century, and the name has evolved through various languages and cultures, reflecting its rich history of trade and colonization.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Borneo" is said worldwide
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Bornéo
Transliteration: Bornéo
"Bornéo est célèbre pour sa biodiversité."
Borneo
Transliteration: Borneo
"Borneo ist bekannt für seine tropischen Regenwälder."
Borneo
Transliteration: Borneo
"Borneo è famoso per la sua fauna unica."
Borneo
Transliteration: Borneo
"Borneo es conocido por su rica biodiversidad."
Bornéu
Transliteration: Bornéu
"Bornéu é famoso por suas florestas tropicais."
बोर्नियो
Transliteration: Borneo
"बोर्नियो अपनी जैव विविधता के लिए प्रसिद्ध है।"
婆罗洲
Transliteration: Póluózhōu
"婆罗洲以其丰富的生物多样性而闻名。"
보르네오
Transliteration: Boreuneo
"보르네오는 독특한 생물 다양성으로 유명합니다."
ボルネオ
Transliteration: Boruneo
"ボルネオはその豊かな生物多様性で知られています。"
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