Hummingbirds Meaning in English
word · lemma: hummingbird
Definición
Small, colorful birds known for their ability to hover in the air by rapidly flapping their wings. They are famous for drinking nectar from flowers.
Uso & Matices
Always plural unless talking about a single bird. Common in North and South America. Often seen in expressions like 'feeders for hummingbirds.' Not related to 'humming' (the sound) except for the wing noise.
Oraciones de Ejemplo
Hummingbirds are very small birds with bright feathers.
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Hummingbirds can hover in one place while drinking nectar.
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Many people hang feeders to attract hummingbirds to their gardens.
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Did you see those hummingbirds outside the window this morning?
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In spring, our backyard is full of colorful hummingbirds.
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If you put out some sugar water, the hummingbirds will come right away.
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