Songbirds Meaning in English
word · lemma: songbird
Definition
Songbirds are birds known for making pleasant musical sounds with their voices, like sparrows, robins, or nightingales. They often sing to attract mates or mark their territory.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in scientific or nature contexts. Refers to a specific group of birds (Passeriformes: suborder Passeri), but in everyday English, it means any bird known for singing. Not used for birds that make harsh sounds (e.g., crows, gulls). Often appears as 'songbirds' (plural).
Example Sentences
Many songbirds live in the forest.
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Children love listening to songbirds in the morning.
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Some songbirds have very bright colors.
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The songbirds woke me up with their beautiful melodies.
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Each spring, new songbirds arrive in our garden from far away.
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I'm amazed at how many different songbirds I can spot just outside my window.
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