How to Say “Zebra” in Latin

By Chester Leonard • Updated October 1, 2026

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The English word "zebra" is translated into Latin as zebra.

The term is used to refer to the African animal.

Meaning: African animal (noun)

Did you know?

The Latin word zebra is a recent addition to the language, borrowed from the English and Portuguese terms during the Neo-Latin period.
Romans did see zebras. The historian Cassius Dio mentions a 'hippotigris', a 'horse-tiger', shown in the arena under the emperor Caracalla.

Examples in context

Zebra est animal mirabile.
The zebra is a wonderful animal.

Example conversation

Julia and Quintus are visiting a zoo.

Julia

Ecce, zebra magna!
Look, a big zebra!
Quintus

Ita, zebra pulchra est.
Yes, the zebra is beautiful.
Julia

Ubi est zebra altera?
Where is the other zebra?
Quintus

Illa zebra ibi dormit.
That zebra is sleeping there.

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About The Author

Chester Leonard

Salve! I’m Chester, with a passion for everything Latin. From teaching phrases like "age" or "water", to eclectic words like "jellyfish" or "zebra", I love exploring the depths and dimensions of this classical language. When I'm not immersed in linguistics, you'll find me with my nose in age-old manuscripts in pursuit of hidden wisdom, or on marathons, garnering life lessons from the race of the fittest. So, whether you want to say "Goodnight", I'm your go-to guide.

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