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lark

 

[ lษ‘rk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird species

A lark is a type of bird known for its ability to sing while flying. They are typically found in open fields and are known for their distinctive, melodious song. Larks are ground-nesting birds that belong to the family Alaudidae. There are several species of larks, with the Eurasian skylark being one of the most common. They are often associated with positive connotations, symbolizing joy and the arrival of spring.

Synonyms

aulaudidae, skylark, songbird

Examples of usage

  • The lark sang beautifully at dawn.
  • We spotted a lark in the meadow.
  • Larks are often seen soaring in the sky.
  • The children loved watching the lark nest near their home.
Context #2 | Noun

playful activity

The term 'lark' can also refer to a playful or carefree adventure, often done in a spontaneous manner. People might go on a lark as a form of entertainment or to break the monotony of daily life. It implies a light-hearted approach to activities, often involving fun or mischief. This usage is more colloquial and emphasizes the joy of engagement in a whimsical or amusing endeavor.

Synonyms

adventure, frolic, romp

Examples of usage

  • They went on a lark, driving to the beach without any plans.
  • The group of friends had a lark exploring the old town.
  • It was just a lark to prank our friends.
  • Let's go on a lark this weekend!

Translations

Translations of the word "lark" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น alvรฉola

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅ‹เค•เคฟเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lerche

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ burung lark

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะถะฐะนะฒะพั€ะพะฝะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ skowronek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใฒใฐใ‚Š (hibari)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท alouette

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ alondra

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงulluk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ข…๋‹ค๋ฆฌ (jongdari)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฏุฑุงุฌ (al-draj)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ skล™ivan

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ skorec

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไบ‘้›€ (yรบnquรจ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ skovik

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lรณa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัาฑาฃา›ะฐั€ (sลซnqar)

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒ”แƒฆแƒ•แƒ˜ (leghvi)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸirin quลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ alondra

Etymology

The word 'lark' originates from the Middle English term 'lerke', which was borrowed from the Old English 'lฤrce' or 'lฤrce', referring to a type of singing bird. Its etymology can be traced further back to Proto-Germanic *hฤrkล, which is related to other Germanic languages, including German 'Lerche' and Dutch 'leeuwerik'. The playful sense of the word, which means a spree or a frolic, evolved in the 19th century, likely stemming from the joyous associations with the songbird's behavior during the day. As the bird often sings in the morning, it became a symbol of happiness and cheer, influencing its use in the context of light-hearted activities. The significance of the lark in literature and poetry further solidified its enduring legacy as a symbol of joy and spontaneity.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,582, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.