🇻🇳 Vietnamese phrases

How to Say "Cat" in Vietnamese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
mèo
"Cat" in Vietnamese · say it like meow

The most natural way to say "Cat" in Vietnamese is mèo. 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

mèo con
used to refer to a kitten or young cat
mèo hoang
refers to a stray or wild cat

When to use it

You can use 'mèo' when talking about cats in general. It's suitable for both casual and formal conversations. If you want to specify a kitten, use 'mèo con'. For a stray cat, use 'mèo hoang'.

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Examples in Vietnamese

VietnameseEnglish
Mèo của tôi rất đáng yêu.My cat is very cute.
Tôi thấy một mèo hoang ở công viên.I saw a stray cat in the park.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'mèo' with 'chó', which means dog.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'mèo' and 'mèo con'?

'Mèo' refers to a cat in general, while 'mèo con' specifically means a kitten.

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