🇮🇳 Malayalam phrases

How to Say "Cat" in Malayalam

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
പൂച്ച
"Cat" in Malayalam · say it like poocha

The most natural way to say "Cat" in Malayalam is പൂച്ച. 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

കുട്ടിപ്പൂച്ച
used to refer to a kitten or young cat
വലിയ പൂച്ച
used to refer to a big cat or adult cat

When to use it

Use 'പൂച്ച' when talking about cats in general. It can refer to both domestic cats and wild cats. You can use it in casual conversations or when discussing pets.

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Examples in Malayalam

MalayalamEnglish
എന്റെ പൂച്ച വളരെ സുഖമാണ്.My cat is very comfortable.
പൂച്ചകൾക്ക് മത്സ്യം ഇഷ്ടമാണ്.Cats like fish.
Common mistake
Some learners confuse 'പൂച്ച' with 'നായ' (dog), so it's important to remember the difference.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What is the plural form of 'പൂച്ച'?

The plural form is 'പൂച്ചകൾ'.

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