No. 7,941 in French
starling
The French word for "starling" is "étourneau," referring to a small passerine bird known for its iridescent plumage and mimicking abilities.
In a sentence
Le merle étoilé chante dans le jardin chaque matin.
The starling sings in the garden every morning.
Here, 'merle étoilé' refers to the bird named 'starling', emphasizing its natural behavior.
Les étourneaux ont envahi les champs cet automne.
The starlings have invaded the fields this autumn.
In this example, 'étourneaux' is another French term for starling, and it portrays their characteristic group behavior.
Le plumage du merle étoilé brille au soleil.
The plumage of the starling shines in the sun.
This sentence highlights the starling's physical attributes, emphasizing its shiny feathers.
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