How to Pronounce "rainbird"
word
ˈreɪnˌbɝːd
RAYN-burd
ˈreɪnbɜːd
RAYN-buhd
Definition
A 'rainbird' is a bird believed to signal or predict the coming of rain in some cultures. It is also used as a brand name for irrigation systems.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈreɪnˌbɝːd
British English
ˈreɪnbɜːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RAYN-burd
UK
RAYN-buhd
Listen in Context
The locals say that when the rainbird sings, rain is coming.
Some birds, like the rainbird, are believed to predict weather changes.
Farmers watch for the rainbird before planting crops.
Have you heard the rainbird this morning? Maybe we’ll get some rain later.