Corbeau is a French word that means "raven" or "crow" in English. Synonyms for corbeau include "corvid", which refers to members of the bird family that also includes magpies, jays, and nutcrackers. "Corvus" is another synonym that specifically refers to the genus of birds including ravens and crows. Other synonyms for corbeau include "blackbird", "rook", and "jackdaw" which are also members of the corvid family. In Native American culture, the raven is often seen as a symbol of intelligence and creation, while crows are sometimes associated with death and bad omens.