mi mascota
/mi maskota/from spelling rules
mi mascota is the Spanish phrase for "my pet".
This phrase refers to an animal that a person keeps at home for companionship.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the possessive adjective mi (my) and the feminine noun mascota (pet).
How does it change in a sentence?
To talk about more than one animal, use the plural form mis mascotas.
Did you know?
- The word mascota traces its lineage back to the Medieval Latin masca, which referred to a goblin or a spirit of bad luck.
- In some Spanish-speaking countries, the word mascota can also be used to describe a person who is a favorite or a 'pet' of a teacher or boss.
- Using mi mascota in casual conversation can sometimes sound overly technical or formal, like language used in a veterinary clinic.
Examples in context
- Mi mascota está enferma.My pet is sick.This sentence is useful for describing the health of mi mascota.Tatoeba #1105102 by Shishir, translation #1388183 by marcelostockle
- Aunque reconozca mi habitación, a mi mascota, y a mí mismo en el espejo, reconozco que estoy soñando.Even when I recognize my room, my pet and myself in the mirror, I recognize I'm dreaming.This sentence uses mi mascota to describe a dream-like situation involving a mirror.Tatoeba #1750336 by marcelostockle, translation #1750339 by marcelostockle
- Mi mascota es un perro llamado Max.My pet is a dog named Max.
- Necesito cuidar de mi mascota mientras estoy de viaje.I need to take care of my pet while I'm traveling.
- Siempre me siento mejor en compañía de mi animal de compañía.I always feel better in the company of my pet.
- Mi animal de compañía es una tortuga llamada Margarita.My pet is a turtle named Margarita.
- ¡Ven aquí, mi peludo consentido!Come here, my spoiled furry one!
- Voy a comprar comida para mi mascota.I am going to buy food for my pet.
Example conversation
Javier and Sofía are talking about animals in the park.
- Javier¿Tienes algún animal en casa?Do you have any animals at home?
- SofíaSí, mi mascota es un perro pequeño.Yes, my pet is a small dog.
- Javier¡Qué bien! ¿Cómo se llama?That's great! What is its name?
- SofíaSe llama Luna.Its name is Luna.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries mascota, mi, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
