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what bird is that? vs which bird is that?

Both "What bird is that?" and "Which bird is that?" are correct and commonly used in English. They are both used to inquire about the specific type of bird being referred to. The choice between the two depends on personal preference or context.

Last updated: March 11, 2024

what bird is that?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to inquire about the specific type of bird being referred to.

This phrase is used to ask about the identity of a bird when you are not sure which specific type it is.

Examples:

  • What bird is that in the tree?
  • What bird is that making that sound?
  • What bird is that flying overhead?
  • What bird is that with the red feathers?
  • What bird is that building a nest?

Alternatives:

  • Which bird is that?
  • What kind of bird is that?
  • What species of bird is that?
  • What type of bird is that?
  • What is the name of that bird?

which bird is that?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to inquire about the specific type of bird being referred to.

This phrase is used to ask about the identity of a bird when you are not sure which specific type it is.

Examples:

  • Which bird is that in the tree?
  • Which bird is that making that sound?
  • Which bird is that flying overhead?
  • Which bird is that with the red feathers?
  • Which bird is that building a nest?

Alternatives:

  • What bird is that?
  • What kind of bird is that?
  • What species of bird is that?
  • What type of bird is that?
  • What is the name of that bird?

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