English Expression · Intermediate
early bird
A person who wakes early or arrives early, typically before most others
Pronunciation: say early bird
Meaning
A person who wakes early or arrives early, typically before most others.
Example
If you’re a bird, be an early bird— But if you’re a worm, sleep late.
If you’re a bird, be an early bird— But if you’re a worm, sleep late.
Practice tips
- Practice early bird out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.