Bluebird: meaning, definitions and examples

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bluebird

 

[ ˈbluːbɜːrd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird

A small songbird typically with blue and brown plumage, known for its melodious song.

Synonyms

songbird, thrush, warbler

Examples of usage

  • The bluebird perched on the branch and sang a beautiful melody.
  • I woke up to the sweet sound of a bluebird singing outside my window.
Context #2 | Noun

symbolism

A bluebird is often seen as a symbol of happiness, joy, and good luck.

Synonyms

harbinger of joy, symbol of happiness

Examples of usage

  • Seeing a bluebird is considered a sign of good fortune.
  • She felt a sense of happiness wash over her when she spotted a bluebird.

Translations

Translations of the word "bluebird" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pássaro azul

🇮🇳 नीलपंछी

🇩🇪 Blauvogel

🇮🇩 burung biru

🇺🇦 синій птах

🇵🇱 błękitnik

🇯🇵 ルリツグミ (ruritsugumi)

🇫🇷 oiseau bleu

🇪🇸 pájaro azul

🇹🇷 mavi kuş

🇰🇷 파랑새 (parangsae)

🇸🇦 طائر أزرق

🇨🇿 modrý pták

🇸🇰 modrý vták

🇨🇳 蓝鸟 (lán niǎo)

🇸🇮 modra ptica

🇮🇸 bláfugl

🇰🇿 көк құс

🇬🇪 ლურჯი ჩიტი

🇦🇿 mavi quş

🇲🇽 pájaro azul

Etymology

The term 'bluebird' originated in the 16th century, combining the words 'blue' and 'bird' to describe the strikingly colored avian species. Bluebirds have long been associated with happiness, hope, and good fortune in various cultures and mythologies.

See also: bird, birding, birdwatching, seabird.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,046 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.