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What does goofus bird mean?
A backwards-flying bird that builds its nest upside down, according to lumberjack folklore.

How to pronounce goofus bird

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “goofus bird”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
  3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “goofus bird”.
  4. Repeat and practice — Say “goofus bird” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.