Basic Details
Word: Robin
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small, friendly bird known for its red breast that sings lovely songs, often seen in gardens.
Synonyms: Redbreast, Erithacus
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Early bird catches the worm: This means that those who wake up early or take action first will have an advantage. Example: "To finish her project on time, she believed the early bird catches the worm and started working early."
- Robins are a sign of spring: A phrase that means robins often return in spring, symbolising new beginnings. Example: "When I saw my first robin of the year, I knew for sure that robins are a sign of spring."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The robin perched on the branch, singing a beautiful melody that greeted the morning.
Example 2: Children delighted in watching the robins hop around the garden, searching for worms in the soil.
Example 3: In many cultures, spotting a robin is believed to bring good luck and indicates the arrival of spring.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the European robin is one of the few birds that can sing all year round? Its sweet song can be heard even in the depths of winter!
Famous Quote
"The robin is a bird that knows no limits; it knows no worries." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "robin" mean?
a) A type of tree
b) A small bird with a red breast
c) A kind of fish
d) A mountain animal
Answer: b) A small bird with a red breast
2. Which of these is a synonym of "robin"?
a) Sparrow
b) Redbreast
c) Finch
d) Pigeon
Answer: b) Redbreast
3. Which sentence uses "robin" correctly?
a) The robin swam in the pond.
b) I saw a robin building its nest in the tree.
c) The robin climbed the mountain.
d) The robin was flying under the sea.
Answer: b) I saw a robin building its nest in the tree.
4. Which idiom means the same as "robin"?
a) A bird in the hand
b) Robins are a sign of spring
c) As busy as a bee
d) Let the cat out of the bag
Answer: b) Robins are a sign of spring
5. What is the opposite of "robin"?
a) N/A
b) Falcon
c) Elephant
d) Shark
Answer: a) N/A
