🇷🇴 Romanian phrases

How to Say "Cat" in Romanian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
pisică
"Cat" in Romanian · say it like pee-see-kah

The most natural way to say "Cat" in Romanian is pisică. 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

motan
used specifically for a male cat
pisoi
refers to a kitten

When to use it

You can use 'pisică' when talking about cats in general. It is suitable for both casual and formal conversations. If you want to specify the gender, use 'motan' for males and 'pisoi' for kittens.

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Examples in Romanian

RomanianEnglish
Am o pisică foarte jucăușă.I have a very playful cat.
Pisica mea doarme pe canapea.My cat is sleeping on the couch.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'pisică' with 'câine', which means dog.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear pisică, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Romanian 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 'pisică' and 'motan'?

'Pisică' is a general term for cat, while 'motan' specifically refers to a male cat.

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