Meaning
People who have similar characters, interests, or values naturally tend to spend time together and form groups.
It highlights how shared traits or backgrounds bring people into close association.
Origin
This expression dates back to at least the 16th century in English literature, appearing in William Turner’s ‘The Rescuing of the Romish Fox’ (1545), based on the natural observation of birds grouping by species.
Examples
All the programmers spent their lunch break discussing mechanical keyboards. Birds of a feather flock together.
It is no surprise that the two art collectors became close friends so quickly; birds of a feather flock together.
You will usually find the tech founders at the same networking events, birds of a feather flock together.
A: Look how fast those two connected over vintage guitars!
B: Well, birds of a feather flock together.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'Birds of a feather flock together' mean?
People who have similar characters, interests, or values naturally tend to spend time together and form groups.
It highlights how shared traits or backgrounds bring people into close association.