Costa Brava
/ˈkɔstə ˈbrɑːvə/
CA
A rugged coastal region in northeastern Catalonia, Spain, known for its rocky cliffs, scenic beaches, and tourism.
Costa Brava stretches from Blanes, near Barcelona, up to the French border.
Etymology
The name was coined in 1908 by Catalan journalist Ferran Agulló. "Costa" means coast in Catalan and Spanish, while "Brava" means wild or rugged, describing the region's rocky, untamed coastline.
Memory Aid
Costa sounds like 'coast' in English, and Brava evokes 'brave' or 'rugged' — remember the wild rugged coast of northeastern Spain.
Collocations
visit Costa BravaCosta Brava coastCosta Brava tourism
Related Words
CataloniaBarcelonaMediterraneancoasttourism