boyero de Berna
/boʝeɾo de beɾna/from spelling rules
The English phrase "bernese mountain dog" is translated into Spanish as boyero de Berna.
This phrase refers to the large breed of dog originally from Switzerland.
How do you pronounce it?
/boʝeɾo de beɾna/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the dog is effectively called 'the ox-herder of Bern'. This highlights the breed's historical utility in managing large livestock in the Bernese Oberland region.
- In Spanish, the word boyero is not exclusive to dogs and can refer to a human cattle herder.
- Spanish uses the term boyero to describe several different herding breeds, meaning the word alone does not specify a Bernese Mountain Dog.
Examples in context
- El Perro de Montaña Bernés es conocido por su pelaje largo y su temperamento amigable.The Bernese Mountain Dog is known for its long coat and friendly temperament.
- El boyero de Berna es muy grande.The Bernese mountain dog is very large.
- Mi vecino tiene un boyero de Berna.My neighbor has a Bernese mountain dog.
- Busco un boyero de Berna para adoptar.I am looking for a Bernese mountain dog to adopt.
Example conversation
Lucía and Alejandro are walking through a pet park.
- Lucía¿Es ese un boyero de Berna?Is that a Bernese mountain dog?
- AlejandroSí, es un boyero de Berna muy tranquilo.Yes, he is a very calm Bernese mountain dog.
- LucíaMe encanta su pelaje.I love his fur.
- AlejandroEs una raza excelente para familias.It is an excellent breed for families.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
