English Word · Intermediate
thrush
A female singer
Pronunciation: /θɹʌʃ/
Meaning
A type of songbird, typically with a brown back and spotted breast.
Example
I felt comforted by the song of the redbreast, and I thought I felt less lonely and deserted as long as I heard the merry notes of the thrush.
I felt comforted by the song of the redbreast, and I thought I felt less lonely and deserted as long as I heard the merry notes of the thrush.
Practice tips
- Practice thrush 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 word is for intermediate-level learners.