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Definition
An oriole, or various birds of the Sylviidae family including warblers.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to certain songbirds known for their melodic calls, often appearing in classical poetry and idioms to represent spring or beauty. It is rarely used in daily conversation to describe birds in a modern urban context, where people would simply use 鳥 or specific bird names. Using this term often carries a slightly literary or poetic nuance.
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There is an oriole singing in the park.
Related words
Common phrases
singing orioles and dancing swallows, describing a scene of prosperity
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
