Basic Details
Word: Parrot
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A colourful bird known for its ability to mimic sounds, including human speech.
Synonyms: Macaw, cockatoo, parakeet
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Parrot fashion: To repeat something without understanding it. Example: "She learned the song parrot fashion, just repeating what she heard without knowing the meaning."
- Talk like a parrot: To repeat what someone else says, often without original thought. Example: "He would talk like a parrot, repeating everything his brother said during the argument."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The parrot in the pet shop was bright green with a touch of red on its head.
Example 2: Our family enjoys listening to our parrot mimic various phrases and sounds throughout the day.
Example 3: At the wildlife park, I was amazed to see a parrot flying freely among the trees.
Fun Fact
Did you know that some species of parrots can live for over 50 years in captivity? This makes them one of the longest-living bird species!
Famous Quote
"A parrot may be able to imitate human speech, but it is the heart that matters most in communication." - Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "parrot" mean?
a) A type of mammal
b) A colourful bird that can imitate sounds
c) A kind of fish
d) A kind of insect
Answer: b) A colourful bird that can imitate sounds
2. Which of these is a synonym of "parrot"?
a) Eagle
b) Macaw
c) Duck
d) Sparrow
Answer: b) Macaw
3. Which sentence uses "parrot" correctly?
a) The parrot flew up the mountain.
b) The parrot sat quietly in the tree, observing the people below.
c) The parrot cooked dinner for the family.
d) The parrot painted a picture on the canvas.
Answer: b) The parrot sat quietly in the tree, observing the people below.
4. Which idiom means to repeat something without understanding?
a) Talk like a parrot
b) Parrot fashion
c) Time flies
d) Feeling under the weather
Answer: b) Parrot fashion
5. What is the opposite of "parrot"?
a) N/A
b) Sparrow
c) Owl
d) Fish
Answer: a) N/A
