Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

parrot-phrase

verb

/ˈpær.ɪt ˈfreɪz/

Definition

To repeat or mimic someone else’s words or ideas without understanding or internalizing them.

Examples

During the debate, she tended to parrot-phrase her opponent’s arguments without adding her own perspective.
It’s common for students to parrot-phrase textbook definitions during exams, but true understanding is developed through analysis and discussion.
If you only parrot-phrase what others say, you won’t develop your own voice or opinions.

Meaning

Parrot-phrasing involves the act of echoing what someone has said, often used in contexts where the speaker is merely reciting information, rather than contributing their own thoughts or insights.