Word
birding
Phoneticsbird·ing
UK/bˈɜːdɪŋ/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. the hobby of watching wild birds outside to see how many kinds you can find. You often use binoculars and a guidebook to help you.
n. the practice of observing and identifying wild birds in their natural habitats, often as a recreational pursuit.
Examples
“They go birding every Sunday morning in the park.”
“She joined a local club for birding trips to the wetlands to spot herons and ducks.”
“Dawn birding along the estuary rewarded them with fleeting views of warblers, curlews, and a rare osprey circling above the marsh.”
Examples
simple
“They go birding every Sunday morning in the park.”
contextual
“She joined a local club for birding trips to the wetlands to spot herons and ducks.”
complex
“Dawn birding along the estuary rewarded them with fleeting views of warblers, curlews, and a rare osprey circling above the marsh.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “birding” in context.
Verb
01. birding attracts
“Birding attracts thousands of visitors to this coast each spring.”
noun + verb
02. birding involves
“Birding involves walking quietly and listening for calls.”
noun + verb
03. birding requires
“Birding requires patience and a good pair of binoculars.”
noun + verb
Adjective
04. backyard birding
“Backyard birding is perfect for beginners with no travel needed.”
adj + noun
05. casual birding
“We enjoy casual birding in the park on Sunday mornings.”
adj + noun
06. competitive birding
“He loves competitive birding and tries to spot 100 species a year.”
adj + noun
Noun
07. birding club
“Join our local birding club to learn from experienced watchers.”
noun + noun
08. birding guide
“A good birding guide can help you find owls at night.”
noun + noun
09. birding spot
“This lake is a famous birding spot for herons and ducks.”
noun + noun
10. birding trip
“We booked a birding trip to the mountains for the weekend.”
noun + noun
11. book a guided birding tour
“We booked a guided birding tour for our first visit.”
12. bring binoculars for birding
“Don't forget to bring binoculars for birding in the marsh.”
Etymology
From bird + -ing.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Related words
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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