Birdie

usgb/ˈbɜːrdi/
noun

A small bird.

I saw a cute birdie in the park today.
Visual representation of "birdie" - A small bird.

Often appears as...

  • little birdie
  • cute birdie

Usage tips

Childish

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Visual representation of "birdie"
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Endearment Tone

Often used to express fondness, making 'birdie' sound more affectionate than 'bird'.

Illustration for Endearment Tone
Look at that birdie; it's so fluffy and adorable!
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Childlike Appeal

'Birdie' can imply a childlike or whimsical quality, suitable for young audiences.

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Let's feed the birdies at the lake, kids!
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Informal Use

Considered informal, 'birdie' is perfect for casual conversation, not formal writing.

Illustration for Informal Use
I put up a feeder, and now there are birdies everywhere!
Visual representation of the word "Birdie"

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