Basic Details
Word: Parakeet
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small to medium-sized bird with a long tail, often kept as a pet, known for its ability to mimic sounds.
Synonyms: Budgerigar, budgie, lovebird
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Talk like a parakeet: To speak a lot, often repeating what others say. Example: "She cannot stop chatting; she talks like a parakeet all day!"
- To be as colourful as a parakeet: To be very bright and cheerful. Example: "Her dress was as colourful as a parakeet, catching everyone's attention."
Usage Examples
Example 1: My friend has a parakeet that loves to sing and imitate the sounds of a ringing phone.
Example 2: The parakeet perched on my shoulder while I read my book, making me smile with its playful chirps.
Example 3: At the pet shop, I saw many parakeets in various colours, making it hard to choose just one.
Fun Fact
Did you know that parakeets are social birds that thrive on interaction? They are known to live for about 7 to 15 years in captivity, and they enjoy being around other birds and humans!
Famous Quote
"Birds of a feather flock together, but a parakeet can bring joy to anyone." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "parakeet" mean?
a) A type of mammal
b) A small to medium-sized bird
c) A kind of fish
d) A type of flower
Answer: b) A small to medium-sized bird
2. Which of these is a synonym of "parakeet"?
a) Lovebird
b) Cat
c) Turtle
d) Goldfish
Answer: a) Lovebird
3. Which sentence uses "parakeet" correctly?
a) The parakeet flew high into the sky.
b) The parakeet painted a picture.
c) The parakeet cooked dinner for us.
d) The parakeet danced with the other pets.
Answer: a) The parakeet flew high into the sky.
4. Which idiom means the same as "parakeet"?
a) Talk like a parakeet
b) Happy as a clam
c) A fish out of water
d) A bird in the hand
Answer: a) Talk like a parakeet
5. What is the opposite of "parakeet"?
a) N/A
b) Elephant
c) Monkey
d) Cat
Answer: a) N/A
