Category: Nature & EnvironmentPart of speech: nounDifficulty: Common
Perro
/Perro/Roman
English meaning: Dog
Definition
A domesticated carnivorous mammal kept as a pet.
Example
“Mi perro se llama Max.”
In English: “My dog is named Max.”
Another example: “Saco a pasear al perro todas las mañanas.”
Usage — When, Where & How
Everyday word for a dog; the feminine 'perra' can be a vulgar insult, so use with care. 'Perro callejero' means a stray. Neutral register for the animal itself.
Common Collocations
- perro callejero
- pasear al perro
- perro guardián
- perro de raza
- perro guía
Word Forms
sing. perro, fem. perra, pl. perros/perras (m./f.)
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Literary Heritage
“El que lee mucho y anda mucho, ve mucho y sabe mucho.”
“He who reads much and walks much, sees much and knows much.”
“Puedo escribir los versos más tristes esta noche.”
“Tonight I can write the saddest lines.”
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