Hombre Perro
/ombɾe pero/from spelling rules
The English phrase "dog man" is translated into Spanish as Hombre Perro.
This noun is used to describe a man who likes dogs.
Meaning: man who likes dogs (noun)
Did you know?
- The term hombre descends from a Proto-Indo-European word meaning 'earthling', linking the concept of a man to the very ground beneath him.
Example conversation
Javier and Sofía are talking about their preferences in pets.
- JavierYo siempre he sido un Hombre Perro.I have always been a dog man.
- SofíaEso es genial, yo prefiero los gatos.That is great, I prefer cats.
- JavierPero los perros son más leales.But dogs are more loyal.
- SofíaTienes razón, Javier.You are right, Javier.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries hombre, perro, CC BY-SA 4.0.
