Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cachorro
Noun
kah-SHOH-roh
Definition
A term used in Portuguese to refer to a dog, typically a domestic pet.
Examples
- O cachorro é um animal de estimação muito popular.
- My cachorro loves to play fetch in the park.
- Ela adotou um cachorro do abrigo.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘cachorro’ can refer to a young dog or pup, but it is often used colloquially for any dog, regardless of age.
Synonyms
- cão
- pet
- canino
- pup