CEFR B1
european greenfinch
noun
Meaning
A common European bird with greenish-yellow plumage, especially a male, known for its cheerful song and often seen feeding on seeds.
Examples
- The garden feeder was busy with sparrows, blue tits, and a few bold european greenfinches.
- We heard the distinctive call of a european greenfinch from the nearby trees.
Synonyms: finch, greenfinch, bird