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parrot

Pronunciation: [ˈpær.ət]

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Learn how to use parrot in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “animal”

(noun) a colorful bird that can often imitate sounds, including human speech. Parrots are popular pets because they can talk and are very friendly.

Example

My parrot can say 'hello' and loves to sing along with me.

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Not all parrots are good at talking; some just make noises.

Example

What kind of parrot do you want to have as a pet?

Context: “language”

(verb) to repeat what someone else has said, often without understanding it fully. This is like when you hear someone say something and you just say it back to them without thinking.

Example

She likes to parrot her teacher's instructions to remember them better.

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He doesn't just parrot his friends; he thinks about what they say.

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Why do some students parrot what their teachers say instead of asking questions?

How to pronounce parrot

Pronunciation: [ˈpær.ət]

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