cocker spaniel
/koɡkeɾ spanjel/from spelling rules
The English phrase "cocker spaniel" is translated into Spanish as cocker spaniel.
The term is used to refer to either breed of dog known as a cocker spaniel.
Meaning: either breed (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
When referring to the breed as a noun, it is typically used with the masculine article el (e.g., el cocker spaniel). When referring to multiple dogs of this breed, the English pluralization is often used, such as los cocker spaniels, where an s is added to the end of the English name in casual usage.
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking countries, spaniel may be confused with español, leading to a humorous linguistic overlap between the dog breed and the nationality.
- If you are looking for this breed in a traditional Spanish market or a rural setting, you might not see the English name at all, as they are sometimes grouped under the broader category of perros de muestra (pointing dogs).
- While the breed name is borrowed directly from English, many Spanish speakers colloquially refer to them simply as los cockers, dropping the second word entirely.
Examples in context
- ¿Tienes un Cocker Spaniel en casa?Do you have a Cocker Spaniel at home?
- Mi vecino tiene un Cocker muy juguetón.My neighbor has a playful Cocker.
- ¡Ay, qué Cockerito tan tierno!Oh, what an adorable little Cocker!
- El cocker spaniel es muy juguetón.The cocker spaniel is very playful.
- ¿Viste a ese cocker spaniel en el parque?Did you see that cocker spaniel in the park?
- Mi familia quiere un cocker spaniel.My family wants a cocker spaniel.
Example conversation
Daniel and Sofía are at a park looking at dogs.
- DanielMira ese perro, ¡qué lindo es!Look at that dog, it's so cute!
- SofíaSí, creo que es un cocker spaniel.Yes, I think it is a cocker spaniel.
- DanielMe encantan sus orejas largas.I love its long ears.
- SofíaA mí también, son adorables.Me too, they are adorable.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
