9 Funny Things to Teach Your Parrot to Speak

Funny Things to Teach Your Parrot to Say

Parrots are lovely species. Their population approximately reach 90 billion worldwide. Teaching your parrot is the best way to attract your lovely parrot. Parrots have sharp memories. They can remember at least 1000 words. These words make a great vocabulary for parrots. There are rare cases when parrots forget the memorized words.

It is the best way to first teach funny, catchy and unique words. It will increase parrots’ learning skills. Your expressions also teach your parrots. It will cause happiness to you and your parrot when parrots start learning these words. 

When you start teaching parrots, first teach short words. Repeat these words until the parrot completely speaks the full sentence. The teaching process is a long time process but the fruit is lifetime.

In this article, I will explain:

  • How do parrots memorize the words?
  • At which age parrot starts to talk?
  • Can parrots fail to remember words?
  • Which words are easy for parrots to say?
  • How many words can parrots memorize and talk?
  • 9 funny things to tach your parrot to say
  • Frequently asked questions

Let’s Discuss Without Wasting Time!

How Do Parrots Memorize the Words?

Parrots mimic what human beings say and then they start to learn these words. If you start teaching with words which have an enjoyable sound then parrots repeat it. They like to use it in sentences and say it. Parrots have good hearing ability will help parrots in memorizing and speaking these words.

As a pet owner, if you teach words to parrots with actions, they will learn it. If you teach “good morning” by removing cloth from parrot’s cage, parrot will memorize this word.

At Which Age Parrot Starts to Talk?

At the age of one year, parrots start to talk. At this age, parrots will respond more to humans. Now, parrots will start learning and with time parrots will become talkative. 

Can Parrots Fail to Remember Words?

No, parrots can not fail to remember words. They always remember it. These words add to parrots’ lifetime vocabulary. Use different ways to teach your parrot. 

While teaching your parrot, be careful about words. Because the parrot does not know its meaning. If a parrot speaks some word that has any wrong meaning then avoid you speaking these words. Teach funny words in some other catchy ways. 

Which Words Are Easy for Parrots to Say?

While teaching, keep in mind that parrots’ speaking capability is like a human baby.  When you start teaching a parrot, always start with simple, small and short words. Then, move to long words and complete sentences.  

As a parrot lover and owner, one word which you must teach to your parrot is to say  “Yes”. This is the first most attractive word for a parrot to learn. Teach other words which have a great sound and good meanings for parrots. 

How Many Words Can Parrots Memorize and Talk?

The answer to this question depends on the vocabulary and mind of your parrot species. If you spend more time teaching words to your parrots then it can memorize words. 

According to some research, African gray parrots can learn more than 1000 words. Budgies have sharp memory for memorizing words. While parrots have limited memory for learning words. So, they can memorize at most 20 words. Not all, but a few species of African gray and budgies take months to memorize words. 

Funny Things to Teach Your Parrot to Say

Parrot is a talkative pet. It is very funny to teach catchy words and sayings to your talkative cutie pie. As a parrot owner, here I will discuss some of the funny things which you will teach to your parrot:

1. Daily Routine Words

These words are very easy to teach to your parrot. As a parrot owner, you should start teaching with the word  “hi” or “hello”. You should also use some other alternative words of daily routine to parrots. Here is the list of some other words:

  • “Hi, Feathery”
  • “Good Looking”
  • “Good to see you”
  • “Once again welcome”
  • “Glad to meet you”
  • “Always shine”

These are the basic words which you can use to meet your parrot and introduce yourself to your parrot. It is the best way to bond to your parrot. Repeat these words around your parrot to make a strong bonding with your parrot.

2. Order

Parrots are very intelligent birds which understand human orders, commands and actions. Giving order to your parrot is the best way to attract your parrot. Here is the list of some order words of daily use which you teach to your parrot.

  • “Sit here”
  • “Give me water”
  • “Turn on lights”
  • “Don’t throw wrappers”
  • “Don’t go out”
  • “Help me please”
  • “Take a small bite ”
  • “Play with sticks”

If you teach command and order words to your parrot, your parrot always seeks what you say to it.

3. Asking Questions

Parrots love to respond when human beings ask questions. It is the simplest method to interact with a lovely parrot. As a parrot lover, I will explain some question which you teach to your parrot to say:

  • What is your name?
  • When you go outside?
  • What is the date today?
  • What are you looking for?
  • How do you do this?
  • When you reach home?

If parrot asks a question, it means it enjoys learning words through asking questions. Use those ways which would encourage your parrot. Don’t react to questions of your parrot. Remain calm and answer every question to your parrot.

4. Jokes and Communication

Teaching basic or daily use words is fun for your parrot to learn. But, joking and communication is another important way to teach your parrot. I will discuss some jokes and other communications that encourage parrots memorizing skills:

  • “I like your hands”
  • “Good Morning”
  • “Stay bless”
  • “Hit your goal”
  • “I am busy”
  • “Help a parrot”

These words are a little bit difficult for a parrot. The parrot takes time to remember these words and don’t use these words while talking. But, these words make a smile on your parrots face.

5. Food and Snacks

Parrots are fond of playing with food and have eating habits of eating human food. Human snacks make it difficult for them to eat but they enjoy eating it. You can use these words to teach your parrot.

  • “Lunch time”
  • “Yummy yum”
  • “Cracker taste”
  • “Yummy Platter”
  • “I want chili”
  • “Coffee time”
  • “Restaurant Style”

You can teach the name of the food and snack which you serve to it. So, the parrot will demand that you serve its favorite food and snack by its name. 

6. Idiomatic Expressions

As a pet owner, you can teach idiomatic expressions to your parrots. It is a very funny way to memorize words for your parrot. You should teach idiomatic expressions keeping in mind the vocal capabilities of parrots.

  • “Hit the hay”
  • “Spill the beans”
  • “Bite the bullet”
  • “Cold shoulder”
  • “Turn the table”
  • “Ice breaking”
  • “Bones contention”
  • “Apple of discord”

Never use idioms which have bad meaning. Your parrot can use it in every sentence without knowing its meaning. 

7. Dramas and Films

There are many parrot species that live with their owner in his room. They treat as a family member. So that parrot species live like a normal human being. It is very enjoyable for parrots to repeat the dialogues of dramas and films. Here are a little about these sentences:

  • “We will take a short beak”
  • “Welcome back to the show”
  • “Here is all about you”
  • “James Bond a star”
  • “Are you famous these days”

When you are watching any drama and film, make sure that you don’t watch any fighting films and dramas.

8. Music 

Parrots like and enjoy learning words which have musical pronunciation. While living with their owners in their home they enjoy hearing music on the radio. They start talking these listen words. So, through radio you can teach your parrot. Some popular musical words which you can teach to your parrot are:

  • “We have a doorbell”
  • “A hit west end”
  • “You got a good end”
  • “Quick cake cake”

Songs like “Jingle Bells” you can also teach to your parrot. You can sing this poem the whole year and your parrot will soon like it. 

9. Poems 

Poems are also another important way of teaching your parrot. You can sing these poems around your parrot which in turns come to your parrots vocabulary:

  • “Ripples in the Silence”
  • “Petal Dance of Spring”
  • “Footprints in the Sand”
  • “Baba Black Sheep”
  • “Whispers of the Moonlight”
  • “Two Little Kittens”
  • “A River’s Reflection”

Some poems are very much difficult for your parrot to learn as compared to budgies. As a parrot owner, you should start with basic short poems to teach to your lovely feathery friend.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What Are Some Funny Phrases That You Can Teach Your Parrot?

As a parrot caretakes, here, I will tell you some funny phrases that you can teach your parrot:

  • “Who’s a pretty bird?”
  • “Stop staring at me!”
  • “Is it bedtime yet?”
  • “I’m the captain now!”
  • “Polly wants a pizza!”
  • “Where’s my coffee?”
  • “You talkin’ to me?”
  • “Do you wanna dance?”
  • “Let’s party, human!”
  • “I know all your secrets!”

Final Lines

Parrots have a sharp memory. If your parrot can’t give feedback in learning a word, then it will happen that it would learn some other word. Sometimes it feels difficult for itself. If parrots like the pronunciation of any word, it will speak in every sentence.

If you have any query, without hesitation, ask in the comment section, I will answer you as soon as possible. Thanks for Reading!

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By Amna Saeed

I'm Amna, and I absolutely adore birds, especially parrots. I've been immersed in the world of these colorful feathered friends for over 10 years. While I'm not a bird doctor, I've gathered a wealth of knowledge on how to care for and understand them. My experiences extend to various bird species like parrots, macaws, cockatoos, canaries, and finches. In addition to my personal adventures with birds, I've dedicated time to volunteering at a local bird rehabilitation center. My true passion lies in sharing what I know about parrots and birds with you. Through my articles, I aim to share the information you need to provide the very best care for your avian companions. So, let's embark on this journey together and make your feathered friends' lives as joyful and healthy as possible!

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