husky
masculine
The English phrase 'husky' is translated into French as husky.
In French, husky refers to any of the several breeds of dogs used as sled dogs. If you wish to specify the Siberian Husky breed, you can use the phrase husky sibérien.
Meaning: any of several breeds of dogs used as sled dogs (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Québec, the term chiens de traîneau is sometimes used to refer to huskies.
Related words
Did you know?
- Because husky is a loanword, you will rarely find it in historical French texts before the mid-20th century, when these breeds became popular in Europe.
- French speakers may use the term chiens de neige as a poetic or descriptive alternative to husky when writing about Arctic landscapes.
- Because husky is a masculine noun in French, you must use the masculine article le or un, even if you are talking about a female dog.
Examples in context
- Le husky est une race de chien très populaire.The husky is a very popular dog breed.
- Le husky court dans la neige.The husky runs in the snow.
- J'ai un husky très gentil.I have a very kind husky.
- Ce husky a les yeux bleus.This husky has blue eyes.
Example conversation
Emma and Lucas are looking at a photo of a pet.
- EmmaEst-ce que c'est ton husky ?Is that your husky?
- LucasOui, il est magnifique.Yes, he is magnificent.
- EmmaIl a l'air très fort.He looks very strong.
- LucasOui, c'est un vrai husky.Yes, he is a real husky.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “husky” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
