Tiel
Cockatiel
Example
did you get a new bird?
yeah, a tiel actually
nice, what's its name?
mango. it already thinks the whole apartment is its territory
Tunes with the tiel
Related Slang
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| Chonk | An overweight animal |
| Furry | Fan of anthropomorphic animals |
| ACNH | Animal Crossing: New Horizons |
| Doggo | Dog |
| Doge | Dog |
| Doo | Excrement |
| Chicken | Scared |
| chx | Chickens |
Can you survive our Dungeons & Dragons slang quiz?
Tiel is a quick way to refer to a "cockatiel," the small, crested parrot known for its expressive face, whistling ability, and affectionate personality. The term is widely understood in online bird-keeping spaces and among pet owners who want a quicker, more playful way to say "cockatiel."
The abbreviation was popularized in Internet pet communities as early forums, chat rooms, and later social media made it easier for enthusiasts to share stories, photos, and care tips about their birds. It became especially popular in the 2000s and 2010s across bird forums, YouTube pet channels, Instagram accounts, and later TikTok. Today, "tiel" is commonly used by avian enthusiasts, breeders, and casual pet owners alike, often in a friendly, familiar tone when talking about their birds (e.g., "my tiel is yelling at the toaster again").