el mirlo

the blackbird

Example Sentence

Cada mañana un mirlo oscuro visita mi patio.

Every morning a dark blackbird visits my patio.

Meaning

El mirlo is a blackbird, a common backyard or park visitor known for its song.

Common Phrases

  • el canto del mirlo — the blackbird's song
  • un mirlo en el patio — a blackbird in the patio

Example

Un mirlo canta cerca de mi ventana.

A blackbird sings near my window.

Common Mistake

Confusing it with the verb mirar: mirlo is a noun, not mirlo as a verb form.