Sorra

Sorra is a term used in multiple linguistic and cultural contexts, though it is best known in Catalan. In Catalan, sorra is the noun for sand or fine dust. It refers to the loose granular material found on beaches, riverbanks, and exposed soils, and it appears in everyday descriptions of landscapes, weather, gardening, and natural scenes. In Catalan, the definite form la sorra is used when referring to a specific amount or type of sand.

Beyond its Catalan sense, Sorra can also function as a surname and appear in place names in other linguistic traditions. In these cases, the origin and meaning of the name are independent of the Catalan word for sand and may reflect local toponymy or family naming practices. When used as a proper noun, Sorra follows the capitalization conventions of the relevant language.

Sorra is not a widely adopted term in English or Spanish outside discussions of Catalan language and culture. In contexts that involve Catalan imagery or vocabulary, sorra remains the standard word for describing sandy or dusty ground, distinguishable from its use as a name in other linguistic settings.