cachorro
puppy
'Cachorro' is a Spanish word which generally refers to a young, juvenile animal, especially a mammal like a dog or a cat. However, it is most commonly used to mean 'puppy' in English, which is a young, not fully grown dog. It may also be used less commonly to refer to young of other animals. 'Cachorro' encompasses the meaning of cuteness, youthfulness and learning which are associated with the english word 'puppy'. Like 'puppy', it's often used with both affection and indulgence.
Example sentences using: cachorro
El cachorro jugueteaba en el jardín
The puppy was frolicking in the garden
This sentence uses the word cachorro to describe a puppy playing in the garden.
Ese cachorro es muy travieso
That puppy is very naughty
The phrase 'ese cachorro es muy travieso' is used to indicate that the puppy in question is very naughty or mischievous.
Mi cachorro tiene tres meses
My puppy is three months old
This is a simple statement that states the age of the speaker’s puppy.
El cachorro come mucho
The puppy eats a lot
This sentence is used to denote that the puppy eats a lot of food, indicating it has a healthy, hearty appetite.
Cuidado con el cachorro
Be careful with the puppy
This sentence is a cautionary statement urging caution when handling the puppy.
El cachorro ladró toda la noche
The puppy barked all night
This statement indicates that the puppy was barking all through the night.
El cachorro duerme mucho
The puppy sleeps a lot
This sentence simply states that the puppy sleeps a lot, which is typical for a young dog.
El cachorro es adorable
The puppy is adorable
This is a simple, declarative sentence expressing the speaker’s admiration for the cute puppy.
El cachorro corre rápido
The puppy runs fast
This sentence is a simple statement that tells about the speed at which the puppy runs.
Ese es mi cachorro
That is my puppy
This sentence is a simple declaration of ownership of the puppy.