🇮🇷 Persian phrases

How to Say "Cat" in Persian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
گربه
"Cat" in Persian · say it like gor-beh

The most natural way to say "Cat" in Persian is گربه. 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

گربه خانگی
used to specify a domestic cat
گربه وحشی
used to refer to a wild cat

When to use it

You can use 'گربه' when talking about cats in general. It is commonly used in everyday conversations. If you want to specify a domestic cat, you can say 'گربه خانگی'.

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Examples in Persian

PersianEnglish
گربه من خیلی بازیگوش است.My cat is very playful.
او یک گربه سیاه دارد.He has a black cat.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'گربه' with 'سگ' (dog), so be careful to use the correct term.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a domestic cat and a wild cat in Persian?

You can specify by saying 'گربه خانگی' for domestic cats and 'گربه وحشی' for wild cats.

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