LanGeekLanGeek Dictionary

Mynah

British pronunciation/mˈa‍ɪnɐ/
American pronunciation/mˈaɪnə/
Mynah
[NOUN]
1

a southern Asian passerine with dark plumage that can imitate human speech

Add to leitnerwordlist
Add to your word listwordlist
mynah definition and meaning

What is a "mynah"?

A mynah is a medium-sized bird known for its remarkable ability to mimic various sounds and voices. Native to parts of Asia, Africa, and Australasia, mynahs have glossy black plumage, bright yellow or orange beaks, and striking yellow eyes. They are highly sociable and often seen in groups or pairs. Mynahs are known for their vocal repertoire, which includes imitating human speech, other bird calls, and even environmental sounds. Their melodious and sometimes comical mimicry has earned them popularity as pets and performers. In the wild, mynahs are adaptable and can be found in various habitats, including forests, urban areas, and farmlands. They have an omnivorous diet, feeding on fruits, insects, small animals, and even human food scraps.

Examples
1Knowing my luck, these two champion Indian hill mynahs will now, from this moment, be as silent as the grave.
2According to the official Graceland blog, The King's menagerie featured a chimp named Scatter and as well as a mynah bird that was apparently smart enough to, quote, "repeat the excuses it heard about why Elvis couldn't come to the phone."
more
Copyright © 2020 Langeek Inc. | All Rights Reserved | Privacy Policy