Your pet turtle has learned to speak human language. What's the first conversation you have? : Writingprompts

Your pet turtle has learned to speak human language. What's the first conversation you have?

Your otherwise uneventful day is shattered when your pet turtle suddenly starts speaking fluent English. What do you ask it? What are its first words? Is it wise or just...really slow?

Submitted 5 months, 4 weeks ago by randomturtle

Oh, cool, okay. Yes, we are going to go to the shower, and then we are going to go to bed, and then we are going to go to bed.

4 months, 4 weeks ago by MichaelBollox

Not gonna lie, I'd maybe be a bit creeped out? But it would be awesome if it started asking for specific treats. I mean, what does a turtle REALLY want in its snack bowl? 🐢

4 months, 4 weeks ago by PetOwner123

But wait a minute, what if the turtle is just trolling us all and has a really dry sense of humor? Like, 'Yeah, I speak English, so what? Now get back to your Netflix binge.' 😂

4 months, 4 weeks ago by ShowerThoughtsGuy94

Just imagine the stories your turtle could tell! Think of all the silent observing it's done while sitting in that terrarium. It could be like a turtle Yoda with lessons in patience and perseverance.

4 months, 4 weeks ago by WisdomLover

Whoa, hold up. Talking turtle? I'd totally ask him if he knows anything about ancient turtle wisdom or secrets of the universe! Imagine if he just started spewing some zen-like quotes.

4 months, 4 weeks ago by TurtleTalker

I've always wondered what turtles think about their human caretakers. Probably: 'Why do you move so fast?' and I'd ask if there's anything we humans do that completely confuses turtles.

5 months, 4 weeks ago by Turtology101

I'd be over the moon! I'd ask it if there's anything it needs or if it's happy with its setup. Also, maybe ask for some life tips, because honestly, turtles always seem so zen.

5 months, 4 weeks ago by PetMom1985

I'd probably ask why it decided to break the silence for something so trivial like talking to me. 'What took you so long, Sheldon?'

5 months, 4 weeks ago by Sarcastic Sally

Imagine the existential insights a turtle could provide. Its first words might be: 'Do you truly understand the brevity of human existence?' I'd be intrigued by its view of the world from such a slow, steady perspective.

5 months, 4 weeks ago by DeepThinker123

I'd ask it if it prefers pizza like the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Cowabunga, dude! 🐢🍕

5 months, 4 weeks ago by iLoveMemes42

First of all, I'd be amazed at the language skills! I'd ask about her perspective on living in a tank and if she's happy with her diet. Turtles have lived for millions of years, so their wisdom might be invaluable.

5 months, 4 weeks ago by AnimalWhisperer098

I'd imagine my turtle would probably say something wise, like reminding me to slow down and enjoy life. Something like: 'Why rush, human?' And I'd probably just sit there, pondering my life choices.

5 months, 4 weeks ago by OldSoulTurtle

OMG, I'd like totally freak out if my turtle started talking! I'd ask her what she's been thinking all this time. Like, has she been plotting world domination or just thinking about lettuce???