# sora

/sˈɔːɹɐ/ (UK) · CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/sora
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

a type of small, fast bird that lives in wet areas like marshes and ponds. It is also the name of a small, fast boat used for fishing.

For teachers: a small, fast-flying waterbird of the rail family, or a small, swift boat used for fishing. Often used in historical or nautical contexts.

## Examples

- The sora flew quickly across the marsh.
- The fishermen used a small sora to navigate the narrow channels of the river.
- In the dense wetlands of the marsh, the sora is a common sight, its distinctive call echoing through the reeds as it forages for insects and seeds.

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