How to Say "Cat" in Khmer
The most natural way to say "Cat" in Khmer is ឆ្មា. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.
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When to use it
You can use the word 'ឆ្មា' when talking about cats in general. It is appropriate in both formal and casual contexts. If you are referring to a specific cat, you might add its name or a descriptor.
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Examples in Khmer
| Khmer | English |
|---|---|
| ឆ្មារបស់ខ្ញុំស្អាតណាស់។ | My cat is very beautiful. |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between 'ឆ្មា' and 'ឆ្មាថ្មី'?
'ឆ្មា' refers to an adult cat, while 'ឆ្មាថ្មី' specifically means a kitten.
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