Archipelago (pronounced ahr-kuh-peh-luh-goh) is a group of islands. The word is derived from the Greek words “archi,” meaning “chief,” and “pelagos,” meaning “sea.”
Archipelagos are often formed by volcanic activity or by the erosion of landmasses. They can be found in all parts of the world, but are most common in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Some of the world’s most famous archipelagos include the Maldives, the Galapagos Islands, and the Hawaiian Islands.
The correct pronunciation of “archipelago” is “ahr-kuh-PEHL-uh-goh.” It is a noun that refers to a group of islands, typically found in the ocean.
Archipelagos are often formed by volcanic activity or by the erosion of landmasses. They can be found in all parts of the world, but are particularly common in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Some of the most famous archipelagos include the Indonesian Archipelago, the Japanese Archipelago, and the Caribbean Archipelago.
