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How to Say "Cat" in German

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Katze
"Cat" in German 路 say it like kaht-tsuh

The most natural way to say "Cat" in German is Katze. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

K盲tzchen
used for a kitten or a small cat
Hauskatze
refers specifically to a domestic cat

When to use it

You can use 'Katze' when talking about cats in general. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. If you want to refer to a kitten, use 'K盲tzchen'.

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Examples in German

GermanEnglish
Die Katze schl盲ft auf dem Sofa.The cat is sleeping on the sofa.
Ich habe eine schwarze Katze.I have a black cat.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to confuse 'Katze' with 'Kater', which means a male cat.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Katze, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking German with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'Katze' and 'Kater'?

'Katze' refers to a female cat, while 'Kater' refers to a male cat.

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