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nachplappern — meaning in English

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English meaning

parrot noun A brightly coloured tropical bird known for its curved beak and ability to mimic human speech.

Senses

nachplappern is used for these senses in English:

parrot (transitive) To repeat (exactly what has just been said) without necessarily showing understanding, in the manner of a parrot.
parroting mindless repetition of words or ideas

parrot — full definition

noun A brightly coloured tropical bird known for its curved beak and ability to mimic human speech.
noun Someone who repeats what others say without really understanding it.
verb To repeat something word for word without showing any real understanding of it.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

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