What are beaches called in Ireland?

In Ireland, beaches are commonly referred to as "strands". The word "strand" is derived from the Old English word "strond", which means "shore" or "riverbank". In Ireland, the term "strand" is used to describe a sandy or pebbly beach, usually along the coastline. Some well-known strands in Ireland include Inch Strand in County Kerry, Rosslare Strand in County Wexford, and Bundoran Strand in County Donegal.