"Ever wonder what your cat is thinking when they meow in response to your “meow?”. It’s a playful interaction that can mean several things."
"Cats will meow back at you to signal they are excited, frustrated, hungry, angry, in fear, as well as a range of other emotions."
"Some people think domestic cats use meows to get what they want... They understand that meowing at you can get them food, attention, a door opened, or whatever else they desire."
"No, all meows are not the same. If you pay close attention to your cat, you’ll notice that the tone, volume, and length of their meows vary."
"You can usually find patterns in how your cat responds to being held or fed, and discern when they are annoyed or need help."