English / idiom
A Little Bird Told Me
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Used when conveying confidential information without disclosing the informant's identity.
In context
01
A little bird told me that you are expecting a promotion by the end of this month.
02
She smiled mysteriously and said, 'A little bird told me where you spent your holiday.'
Synonyms
rumor has it,heard on the grapevine,anonymous source
Antonyms
official announcement,direct confirmation,public record
Collocations
say a little bird told me,hear that a little bird told me,claim a little bird told me