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    Perroquet (en. Parrot)

    pɛʁo.ke

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A bird from the family Psittacidae, known for its ability to mimic sounds and speech.
    The parrot is very sociable and loves to interact with humans.
    Le perroquet est très sociable et aime interagir avec les humains.
    A person who repeats what they hear without truly understanding.
    He is just a parrot, repeating everything he hears on television.
    Il est juste un perroquet, répétant tout ce qu'il entend à la télévision.

    Etymology

    The word 'parrot' comes from the Spanish 'periquito', which is derived from the Latin 'psittacus'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to talk like a parrot
    To repeat words endlessly without reflection.
    parler comme un perroquet
    pet parrot
    A domestic parrot often kept as a pet.
    perroquet de salon

    Related Words

    bird
    A feathered animal generally capable of flying.
    oiseau
    aviary
    A large cage for birds.
    volière
    imitation
    The act of reproducing sounds or gestures.
    imitation

    Slang Meanings

    An individual who talks a lot but lacks depth.
    Stop being a parrot and give your own opinion.
    Arrête de jouer les perroquets et donne ton propre avis.
    A person who regurgitates the ideas of others.
    He's a parrot, he never brings new ideas.
    C'est un perroquet, il n'apporte jamais de nouvelles idées.