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mynah

 

[ หˆmaษชnษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird species

The mynah is a type of bird known for its ability to mimic human speech and other sounds. Typically found in South Asia and the Indian subcontinent, these birds belong to the family Sturnidae. They are medium-sized and have distinctive yellow and white wing markings. Myer not only captivates birdwatchers for their vocal abilities but also for their vibrant presence in gardens and urban areas.

Synonyms

mynah bird, starlings

Examples of usage

  • The mynah perched on the windowsill, mimicking a telephone ring.
  • In many cultures, mynah birds are kept as pets for their talking abilities.
  • We spotted a mynah bird searching for insects in the park.

Translations

Translations of the word "mynah" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mynah

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎyna

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Mynah

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ burung murai

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 word 'mynah' originates from the Hindi word 'mainฤ' and the Sanskrit word 'madana'. It is thought that the name was derived from the bird's delightful nature and its ability to mimic sounds, which has fascinated humans for centuries. The mynah bird has been part of various folklore and stories across cultures, symbolizing cleverness and adaptability. In addition, the mynah has been featured in ancient texts and writings, which highlight its significance in avian studies and its relationship with humans. Due to their sociable nature, mynahs have often been seen in pairs or small groups, further cementing their role in human communities throughout history. As the mynah migrated and spread across different regions, so did its name, leading to variations in spelling and pronunciation in various languages.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,017, 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.