cocker
The French word for cocker spaniel is cocker.
The term refers to either breed of the cocker spaniel.
Meaning: either breed (noun)
Did you know?
- The word épagneul is the traditional French term for many spaniel-type breeds, and it is derived from the Old French word for 'spaniel' or 'weaver'.
- While cocker is used for both types, French speakers often specify cocker anglais for the English variety and cocker américain for the American variety to avoid confusion.
- The term épagneul is used in France to categorize a wide variety of flushing dogs, meaning a cocker is viewed as a specific subset of a larger French hunting tradition.
Examples in context
- J'adore les chiens de race Cocker Spaniel.I love Cocker Spaniel purebred dogs.
- J'aime beaucoup le cocker.I really like the cocker spaniel.
- Le cocker est très affectueux.The cocker spaniel is very affectionate.
- Il a un petit cocker blanc.He has a small white cocker spaniel.
Example conversation
Léa and Hugo are walking in a park.
- LéaRegarde ce beau cocker !Look at that beautiful cocker spaniel!
- HugoIl est vraiment mignon.He is really cute.
- LéaJe voudrais un cocker aussi.I would like a cocker spaniel too.
- HugoC'est une bonne idée, Léa.That is a good idea, Léa.
