Definitions

1. noun

A fictional word derived from ‘tuyuca’, a language from the Amazon rainforest in South America. It roughly translates to ‘bird’s song’ in English.

“The ethnomusicologist studied the melodies of the indigenous tribe, capturing the essence of their tuyuneiri in her research.”

2. verb

To mimic the melodic sounds of a bird, often used in traditional music or storytelling.

“The young musician tried to tuyuneiri like the birds in the forest, but struggled to replicate their enchanting songs.”