Turtledoves Meaning in English
word · lemma: turtledove
ˈtɝt̬əlˌdʌvz
TUR-tl-duhvz
ˈtɜːtldəvz
TUR-tl-duvz
Definition
Turtledoves are small, gentle birds known for their soft, cooing sounds. They are often symbols of love or peace in stories and songs.
Usage & Nuances
Most often appears in poetic or literary contexts, especially in the phrase "two turtledoves," such as in the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas." Used less in everyday speech; may symbolize romance, peace, or partnership.
Spanish: tórtolasPortuguese (BR): rolasPortuguese (PT): pombas-casacoChinese (Simplified): 斑鸠Chinese (Traditional): 斑鳩Hindi: फाख्ताArabic: يمامBengali: টার্টলডাভ - শান্তিপায়ী কবুতরRussian: горлица - горлицыJapanese: キジバトVietnamese: chim cu gáyKorean: 비둘기 - 멧비둘기Turkish: kumruUrdu: فاختہIndonesian: burung perkutut
Example Sentences
There are two turtledoves in the tree.
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Turtledoves make a soft cooing sound.
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Many people see turtledoves as a sign of peace.
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The park was filled with the gentle calls of turtledoves at sunset.
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He gave her a pair of porcelain turtledoves as a romantic gift.
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You know the song—"two turtledoves and a partridge in a pear tree."
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