bulldog
/bulˈdoɡ/masculine
The English word "bulldog" is bulldog in Spanish. Wiktionary also lists buldog and dogo.
Meaning: breed of dog (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| bulldog | /bulˈdoɡ/ | masculine |
| buldog | /buldoɡ/ (from spelling rules) | masculine |
| dogo | /ˈdoɡo/ | masculine |
The term is used to refer to the specific breed of dog. In Spain, one might specifically use Bulldog francés to refer to a French Bulldog.
Which one should you use?
While bulldog refers specifically to the English breed, the word dogo is used more broadly in Spanish to refer to various types of bulldog-like or mastiff-type dogs. Additionally, the English spelling is often adapted to the Spanish phonetic spelling buldog.
Is it said differently in some regions?
The term Bulldog francés is used in Spain.
How does it change in a sentence?
All provided forms are masculine nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
/bulˈdoɡ/
Did you know?
Examples in context
- No te acerques al bulldog por si muerde.Don't come near the bulldog in case it bites.This sentence is useful for seeing how to use bulldog when warning someone about a dog biting.Tatoeba #1433692 by Shishir, translation #21190 by DiffEquation
- No te acerques al bulldog, no querrás que te muerda.Don't go near the bulldog. You wouldn't want him to bite you.This sentence is useful for seeing how to use bulldog when providing a reason for staying away from a dog.Tatoeba #1277712 by marcelostockle, translation #1277708 by CK
- Me encanta el bulldog. Son perros muy tiernos y leales.I love the bulldog. They are very affectionate and loyal dogs.
- No me gustan mucho los perros, pero el bulldog inglés tiene un encanto especial.I am not a big fan of dogs, but the English Bulldog has a special charm.
- ¿Has visto algún perro bulldog en el parque?Have you seen any bulldog dogs in the park?
- El bulldog es muy tranquilo.The bulldog is very calm.
- 1 more sentence on Tatoeba
Example conversation
María and Alejandro are at a park looking at dogs.
- MaríaMira ese bulldog, ¡qué gracioso!Look at that bulldog, how funny!
- AlejandroEs verdad, me encantan los bulldog.It is true, I love bulldogs.
- MaríaCrees que el dueño nos deje acariciarlo?Do you think the owner will let us pet it?
- AlejandroSeguro, pregúntale tú, María.Sure, you ask him, María.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “bulldog” translations and entries bulldog, buldog, dogo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries bulldog, dogo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
