This is the 329th most frequent Norwegian word.
øya
"Øya" means "the island" in English.
Here, 'øya' is the definite form of 'øy,' meaning 'the island.' It indicates a specific island that is referred to in the context.
Vi tok ferga til øya for å tilbringe helgen der.
We took the ferry to the island to spend the weekend there.
'Øya' is used as the subject of the sentence and refers to a known or mentioned island, again in its definite singular form, 'the island.'
Øya er kjent for sine vakre strender og klare vann.
The island is known for its beautiful beaches and clear waters.
In this sentence, 'øya' describes the location where the birds were nesting, emphasizing its role as a specific, definite place.