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Parrot

YC F25

San Francisco, US · Founded 2024 · 3 employees · 5 known investors

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Parrot is a mobile app for learning Spanish through short-form video content created by native speakers, using comprehensible input methodology. The app combines immersive video viewing with speaking practice and spaced repetition vocabulary review for learners at all levels.

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Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (F25)

Parrot was founded in 2024 by Amir Hanna, Erik Dahl, and Julia Hudea.

AHAmir Hanna
Amir Hannain𝕏CEO & Co-founderAmir Hanna is founder and CEO of Parrot, a mobile app for learning Spanish through short-form video content created by native speakers.
EDErik Dahl
Erik DahlinFounderHe has personal experience learning multiple languages and identified inefficiencies in existing approaches to language education.
JHJulia Hudea
Julia HudeainCo-FounderJulia Hudea is a co-founder and CPO at Parrot with dual bachelor's degrees in mechanical engineering and computer science, and prior product development experience at early-stage companies.

Investors · 5

Transpose Platform ManagementHouston
Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K
Amplify PartnersreportedMenlo Park · $500K – $5M
Amplify Partners CVreportedMenlo Park
XYZ Venture Capitalreported · 2 sourcesSan Francisco · $10K – $5M

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$11M disclosed across 1 round · 2023

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The YC application· Fall 2025 batch

Parrot YC F25 | Launch Video

Parrot App - Language Learning

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Competitors · 1

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Memrise209 shared keywordsMemrise is a language learning app that uses native-speaker videos, spaced repetition, and AI tools to help users learn practical, real-life language across 149 languages. The platform serves learners preparing for exams, work, or travel with interactive features including conversation practice, pronunciation tools, and AI-powered exam feedback.

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In the news

Parrot Finance Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 17sharktankblog.com · Apr 2026Parrot Founder Launches AI Workflow Platform Felix, Raises $1.7M Pre-Seed Round | Law.comlaw.com · Apr 2026Parrot 🦜: TikTok for language learningycombinator.com · Oct 2025Fort Smith’s Parrot Island slide project faces funding shortfall, frustration from city leaders | 5newsonline.com5newsonline.com · Oct 2025Parrot Unveils Proprietary AI-Powered Platform for Multi-Billion Court Reporting Market, Raises $11M in Series A Fundingbusinesswire.com · Jun 2023Parrot, an AI-powered transcription platform that turns speech into text, raises $11M Series A | TechCrunchtechcrunch.com · Jun 2023

Frequently asked questions

What does Parrot do?
Parrot is a mobile app for learning Spanish through short-form video content created by native speakers, using comprehensible input methodology. The app combines immersive video viewing with speaking practice and spaced repetition vocabulary review for learners at all levels.
Who founded Parrot?
Parrot was founded by Amir Hanna, Erik Dahl, Julia Hudea in 2024.
Who are Parrot's investors?
Parrot's investors include Transpose Platform Management, Y Combinator, Amplify Partners, Amplify Partners CV, XYZ Venture Capital.
How much funding has Parrot raised?
Parrot has disclosed $11M raised across 1 round.
Where is Parrot headquartered?
Parrot is headquartered in San Francisco, US.