How to Pronounce Parroting

To pronounce "parroting", say PARR-ot-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

PARR-ot-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “parroting”

"parroting" has 3 syllables: parr-ot-ing.

What does parroting mean?

verb

  1. To repeat (exactly what has just been said) without necessarily showing understanding, in the manner of a parrot.

    “The interviewee merely parroted the views of her tabloid.”

noun

  1. Mindless repetition of words or ideas

Synonyms

apecopycat

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "parroting"?▾

"Parroting" has 3 syllables: parr · ot · ing.

What does "parroting" mean?▾

Parroting: To repeat (exactly what has just been said) without necessarily showing understanding, in the manner of a parrot.

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