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10 Language-to-English DictionariesBirdwatching
/ˈbɜrdˌwɑːtʃɪŋ/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The activity of observing birds in their natural environment as a hobby.
"On weekends, she enjoys birdwatching in the local park, where she can spot various species." - 2
A recreational activity that involves identifying and studying birds.
"Birdwatching can be a peaceful way to connect with nature and learn about wildlife."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'birdwatching' is a compound word formed from 'bird' and 'watching'. 'Bird' originates from Old English 'brid', which referred to a young bird, while 'watching' comes from the Old English 'wæccan', meaning to be awake or to observe. The practice of birdwatching as a hobby gained popularity in the 20th century, reflecting a growing interest in nature and conservation.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Birdwatching" is said worldwide
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Observation des oiseaux
Transliteration: Obzervasyon day zwazo
"Elle aime l'observation des oiseaux dans les parcs."
Vogelbeobachtung
Transliteration: Fogel-be-obachtun
"Die Vogelbeobachtung ist ein beliebtes Hobby in Deutschland."
Osservazione degli uccelli
Transliteration: Osservazione degli uccelli
"L'osservazione degli uccelli è un'attività rilassante."
Observación de aves
Transliteration: Observación de aves
"La observación de aves es popular entre los naturalistas."
Observação de aves
Transliteration: Observação de aves
"A observação de aves é uma atividade relaxante."
पक्षी अवलोकन
Transliteration: Pakshi avlokan
"वह पक्षी अवलोकन करना पसंद करती है।"
鸟类观察
Transliteration: Niǎolèi guānchá
"鸟类观察是一项有趣的活动。"
조류 관찰
Transliteration: Joryu gwanchal
"조류 관찰은 자연을 사랑하는 사람들에게 인기가 많습니다."
バードウォッチング
Transliteration: Bādo watchingu
"彼女はバードウォッチングが好きです。"
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