perro macho
/pero mat͡ʃo/from spelling rules
The Spanish phrase for "male dog" is perro macho.
The phrase perro macho is typically used in technical, veterinary or breeding contexts to explicitly specify the sex of the animal.
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, calling a person a perro is a common slang term for someone who is flirtatious or unfaithful.
- The word macho might be related to the word 'hammer' through the Latin 'marculus'. This creates a hidden connection between the concept of 'male' and the heavy striking tool.
- In some regions, the word perro is used as an adjective to describe something that is very difficult, stubborn or fierce.
Examples in context
- ¿Dónde puedo adoptar un perro macho?Where can I adopt a male dog?
- Necesito un can macho para la exposición de perros.I need a male dog for the dog show.
- Es un perro macho.It is a male dog.
- El veterinario dice que es un perro macho.The vet says it is a male dog.
- Prefiero comprar un perro macho.I prefer to buy a male dog.
Example conversation
Elena and Mateo are at a pet store looking at puppies.
- Elena¿Es un perro macho o una hembra?Is it a male dog or a female?
- MateoEs un perro macho, Elena.It is a male dog, Elena.
- ElenaPerfecto, me gusta mucho su color.Perfect, I really like his color.
- MateoÉl es muy juguetón.He is very playful.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries macho, perro, CC BY-SA 4.0.
