In this article we invite you to explore the diverse world of animals.
We will present you a fundamental vocabulary of animals in Spanish.
A linguistic tour that will take you from the majestic creatures that fly through the skies to the mysterious beings that hide in the depths of the oceans.
We will not only stop at the presentation of animal names in Spanish; you will also learn the idiomatic expressions and phrases in Spanish most common with animals as protagonists.
But that's not all, we will also see what the main professions related to the animal world are.
And, of course, we will not stop just at the theory. We have prepared practical exercises that will allow you to memorize these words and also incorporate them effectively in your daily communication.iana.
The system we follow to create this article is similar to the one we do in Hispania, escuela de español. First we present the information to you and then we practice it with exercises.
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We return to today's topic and give way to the guide in Spanish about animals most complete you can find. Go for it!
Basic animal vocabulary
The animal kingdom is made up of almost two million species of animals.
As you can imagine, it's a little difficult. learn all animals in Spanish.
We are going to show you the basic vocabulary so you can defend yourself on this issue.
Let's do the next classification:
- Domestic animals.
- Aquatic animals.
- Farm animals.
- Animals of the air.
- Tropical jungle animals.
- Exotic animals.
- Animals of the African savanna.
Additionally, we are going to add a small fun description for each, so you will surely easily understand what animal it is and it will help you better assimilate the vocabulary 😉.
Domestic animals in Spanish
- Dog: man's most faithful friend.
- Cat: the animal that is fashionable on social networks. Always elegant, always independent, always beautiful.
- Rabbit: jumping through life as if it were an eternal birthday party.
- Parrot: Be careful with what you say! This bird will repeat it.
- Hamster- Little night sprinter on his personal exercise wheel.
- Ferret: hide-and-seek master and house spy, you never know where it is!
- Parakeet: feathered opera singer who wakes up the house with his morning serenade.
- Goldfish: the living jewel in your aquarium, swimming with grace.
- land turtle: patient explorer of the garden, winner of the slow race.
Animals of the air
- Eagle: the king of the sky, always looking for his next prey with sharp eyes.
- Hummingbird : the flower acrobat who hums like a small motorcycle.
- Paloma: the urban courier who doesn't worry about delivery dates.
- Bat- The superhero of the night with a skin suit and unique flying abilities.
- Stork: the official baby delivery boy.
- Halcón: the fearless hunter of the air, always searching for his next bite.
- Vulture: the sky's recycler, helping to keep the landscape clean.
- Woodpecker: the forest musician who plays his drum on tree trunks.
Farm animals in Spanish
- Cow: the milk producer who is always ready for a very friendly conversation.
- Horse: the noblest runner that takes you for a walk at full speed through the countryside.
- Gallina: the queen of morning awakenings and provider of fresh eggs.
- Pig: The farmhouse gourmet who loves mud and corn feasts.
- Sheep: the most stylish in the field, always wearing her soft wool coat.
- Goat: the expert mountain climber who can't resist exploring every corner.
- Duck: the avid swimmer who is always ready to splash in a puddle.
- Butter: the stable philosopher, always looking at life with wise eyes.
Rainforest animals
- Tigre: the feline with the coolest stripes in the jungle.
- Mono: stunt expert and banana thief.
- Jaguar: the big cat who decided to dress in spots.
- Snake: the armless world hug artist.
- Elephant: the lover of mud baths in XXL size.
- Crocodile: nature's dentist, best not to get too close to him.
- Rana: the small, agile creature that jumps from leaf to leaf.
- Alligator: pocket crocodile, ideal for small spaces.
Aquatic animals in Spanish
- Dolphin: always with a contagious smile, the acrobat of the ocean.
- Shark: the most fearsome animal in the ocean, with those disturbingly sharp teeth.
- Honeylena: the huge singer of the sea, every song is a hit!
- Octopus: with his 8 naughty arms.
- Clownfish: The funniest clown on the reefs, always looking for adventure.
- Medusa: fashion goes beyond the catwalks, a dress of tentacles and poison!
- SeamTurtle marina: the slowest and wisest globetrotter in the marine world.
- Narwhal: the unicorn of the sea with an extra long fang.
- Starfish: She doesn't need an autograph, she's already a beach star!
Animalsexotic
- Kangaroo: the southern athleteianor, jump to amazing heights in search of adventure.
- Penguin: slides on the ice as if it were a dance floor.
- Camel: The desert explorer, carries his own refrigerator and travels in search of oases.
- Panda: the funniest bear, having fun while eating his bamboo sandwich.
- Koala: the sleepiest, he hugs his tree while dreaming of fresh leaves.
- "Búho": With his big, round eyes, he is the most astute detective of the night.
- Fox: the most elegant ninja in the forest who walks through the forests stealthily.
- Chameleon: the reptile that can change color to hide and hunt insects in the jungle.
- Kiwi: the famous New Zealand bird that has no wings but has an incredible sense of smell.
- Lizard: He loves to crawl on walls and stay still under the sun's rays.
Animals of the African savannaa
- León: The king of the savanna, roars his might as he oversees his kingdom.
- Giraffe: the tall lady of the safari, she extends her neck to reach the tastiest leaves.
- Zebra: the fashion artist, wears her striped coat with style.
- Rhino: With its large size and horn on its head, few animals dare to mess with it.
- Hippo: happily dives into the water. If you want to bathe in a pond and there is one, it is better to wait for it to leave.
- cheetah: The fastest in the world, he chases his dinner with record speed.
- Suricata: small but brave, she watches over her group with watchful eyes and small roars.
- Wildebeest: the intrepid traveler, travels the savannah slowly with his pack.
Expressions and phrases related to animals
Now that you know many animals and their names in Spanish, let's see expressions.
In the Spanish language, there are numerous expressions and phrases that refer to animals.
Some of these expressions are part of everyday language.ianoday they are used a lot.
then let's see idioms and idioms with animals as protagonists.
Let's go to trouble!
Idiomatic expressions related to the animal world
In Spanish we find idiomatic expressions related to animals.
These expressions have a figurative meaning, they are metaphors. Some examples are:
In his element
Describes someone who is in their ideal environment, it feels very comfortable.
For example:
- In my house I relax, estoy like fish in the water.
Be smarter than the mouse
means to be very clever or clever.
For example:
- Alberto he is smarter than the mouseJust by looking at my face I knew something was wrong with me.
Walk like a donkey in spring
It is used to refer to someone who behaves in an unrestrained or excessive manner, out of control.
For example:
- Since your girlfriend left you you walk like a donkey in spring. I think you should go to a psychologist.
Have an elephant's memory
It refers to the ability to remember details exceptionally.
For example:
- How can you remember the clothes I wore to the dinner we had 7 years ago? you have the memory of an elephant.
be happier than a partridge
Describes someone who is extremadvery happy.
For example:
- Lately he is happier than a partridge. I'm very happy for her.
Get co*cky
Expresses the act of behaving in a manner challengeianyou or arrogant facing someone or a situation.
For example:
- He became very co*cky, threatening and yelling, until the police came. There she calmed down.
Follow like a little lamb
Talk about someone who blindly follow orders from another person, without questioning or having one's own initiative.
For example:
- His friends they follow like little lambsThey do everything he says. The leadership capacity he has is incredible.
talk like a parrot
It is said of people who they talk a lot and without pause, almost without thinking about what they say.
For example:
- Please think before you speak. You're talking like a parrot and you don't answer my question.
Phrases made with animal names
Another way of using animals in colloquial Spanish language is medianyou the use of phrases o sayings.
These phrases are fixed expressions that have a peculiar meaning in the context in which they are used.
The most used ones have cats and dogs as protagonists. Let's see some!
Take for a ride
Refers to deception or fraud by providing something of inferior quality or different from what was promised.
For example:
- I will no longer buy from this store. The product does not look anything like the one in the photo. They have given me a cat for a hare.
Take the cat to the water
It means reach the success in a task or competition.
For example:
- Despite the competition, he managed take the cat into the water and win the first premior in the cooking contest.
Barking dog, little biter
It indicates that people who threaten or talk a lot, in reality, usually have little action.
For example:
Don't worry about his anger, remember that barking dog, biting little.
Having a cat locked up
It suggests that there is something suspicious or unusual in a situation.
For example:
- When I saw that everyone was silent, I knew that there was a cat trapped.
dog day
Refers to a very bad day or nasty.
For example:
- The traffic was a disaster, the weather was horrible… we had a dog day.
Look for the cat's three feet
It means complicate something that is simple or look for unnecessary problems.
For example:
- You do not need look for the cat's three feet, the solution is simple.
Skinny dog, everything is fleas
Suggests that people with problems seem to have even more problems.
For example:
- Since losing his job, he has had health and financial problems. Skinny dog, everything is fleas.
Be like the dog and cat
Indicates a conflictive relationship, that two people they get along very badly.
For example:
- They are always arguing, They get along like a cat and a dog.
Professions related to animals
In this section you will learn vocabulary professions related to animals.
Do you want to meet them? For sure yes!
Veterinarian
medical professional which specializes in animal health and welfare. They diagnose, treat and prevent diseases in domestic and wild animals.
Biologist specialized in fauna
Focuses on the study of animals in its natural environment, investigating their behavior, habitats and relationships in ecosystems.
Canine trainer
The dog trainer works with dogs, teaching them skills and behaviors through training and behavior modification techniques.
Animal caretaker
Work in zoos, nature reserves or other places where animals need daily care, including food, cleaning and basic medical care.
Wildlife researcher
This professional performs scientific research to better understand the ecology, behavior and conservation of animals in their natural environment.
Zoologist
study animals in detail, investigating its anatomy, evolution, behavior, etc.
Wildlife rehabilitation specialist
This professional is dedicated to recovering and rehabilitate injured animals, sick or orphans, with the aim of releasing them back into their natural habitat.
