Warble: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe a fluctuating, melodious song, often by birds or sometimes humans trying to imitate birds. It's a charming, wavering kind of singing.

• The nightingale began to warble as the sun set, filling the air with its beautiful notes.
• He tried to warble a tune but ended up laughing at his own attempt.

A general term for producing musical sounds with the voice, covering all forms and styles of vocal music.

• She loves to sing her favorite songs while driving to work.
• The choir will sing hymns during the service.

Refers to quick alternation between two musical notes, often heard in classical music or birds' songs. It implies a very rapid and elaborate kind of singing.

• The canary's trill could be heard from the garden.
• She hit the high notes with a perfect trill during her solo performance.

Describes the light, quick, and repetitive sounds produced by small birds. This term is typically associated with small, high-pitched sounds.

• The sparrows twittered in the bushes as the morning dawned.
• He was awakened by the twitter of birds outside his window.

The term 'warble' is already covered above and can be used interchangeably as needed.

Describes a rapid, high-pitched sound or repeated quick musical notes, often used in both musical and natural contexts, particularly with birds.

• The canary's trill was clear and delightful.
• He added a trill at the end of the musical piece for a dramatic effect.

Refers to a musical composition with lyrics, usually created for singing by voices. It is more general and widely applicable to different forms of music, from traditional folk songs to modern pop music.

• Her song topped the charts within days of its release.
• They sang a lovely song around the campfire.

Primarily used to describe quick, light sounds from birds, but can also refer to light, inconsequential chatter between people. It has a playful and informal undertone.

• The garden was alive with the twitter of sparrows.
• They heard the light twitter of children playing nearby.