husky
/usɡi/from spelling rules
The English word "husky" translates to Spanish as husky.
husky is used as a noun to refer to any of the several breeds of dogs used as sled dogs.
Meaning: any of several breeds of dogs used as sled dogs (noun)
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
/usɡi/
Did you know?
- While English uses 'husky' to describe both the dog and a low, hoarse voice, in Spanish, the word husky is strictly limited to the canine breed.
- In some Latin American countries, the term husky is colloquially used to describe any large, fluffy dog with pointed ears, even if it is a mixed breed.
- Spanish speakers often pronounce husky with a strong 'u' sound, sounding like us-ki, because the Spanish 'h' is always silent.
Examples in context
- Mi vecino tiene un perro de raza husky siberiano, y es muy tranquilo y amigable.My neighbor has a purebred Siberian Husky, and it is very calm and friendly.
- Me encantan los huskies, son perros muy activos y juguetones.I love huskies, they are very active and playful dogs.
- El husky corre muy rápido.The husky runs very fast.
- Tengo un husky en casa.I have a husky at home.
- Ese husky es muy juguetón.That husky is very playful.
Example conversation
María and Alejandro are at a local park.
- María¿Viste a ese husky?Did you see that husky?
- AlejandroSí, el husky es hermoso.Yes, the husky is beautiful.
- MaríaSu dueño es muy amable.Its owner is very kind.
- AlejandroÉl es un buen hombre.He is a good man.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “husky” translations and entries husky, 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.
