Myna: meaning, definitions and examples

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myna

 

[ หˆmaษช.nษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird species

A myna is a type of bird belonging to the family Sturnidae, commonly found in South Asia and surrounding regions. They are known for their ability to mimic human speech and various sounds. Mynas are often recognized for their distinctive yellow eye patches and strong, agile bodies.

Synonyms

mynah, sturnid

Examples of usage

  • The myna sang beautifully in the garden.
  • A flock of mynas was spotted near the park.
  • Mynas are known to interact closely with humans.

Translations

Translations of the word "myna" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น myna

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎyna

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Mynah

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ burung Myna

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะฐะนะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ myna

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒžใ‚คใƒŠ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mynah

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ myna

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท myna

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งˆ์ด๋‚˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุงูŠู†ุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ myna

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ myna

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ…ซๅ“ฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ myna

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ myna

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐะนะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ˜แƒœแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ myna

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ myna

Etymology

The term 'myna' comes from the Hindi word 'mainฤ', which itself is derived from the Sanskrit 'madana', meaning 'to love' or 'joy'. These birds have been prominent in various cultures across Asia, often recognized for their striking plumage and sociable behavior. The various species are commonly associated with urban areas and are frequently viewed as companions due to their capacity to mimic human speech. Culturally, mynas have been celebrated in folklore and literature, symbolizing communication and interaction with nature. They are particularly valued in some regions for their role in controlling pest populations, leading to their prominence in agricultural settings. Over time, the name has spread to other languages and regions, cementing its place in the avian lexicon.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,968, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.