🇳🇬 Yoruba phrases

How to Say "Cat" in Yoruba

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ọmọ cat
"Cat" in Yoruba · say it like aw-moh kaht

The most natural way to say "Cat" in Yoruba is ọmọ cat. 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

pusi
used more casually or regionally

When to use it

You can use 'ọmọ cat' when referring to a pet cat in a conversation. It is common in households where cats are kept as pets. 'Pusi' is often used in informal settings or among friends.

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Examples in Yoruba

YorubaEnglish
Mo ni ọmọ cat kan.I have a cat.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'cat' with 'dog', using 'aja' instead of 'ọmọ cat'.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Yoruba word for a wild cat?

The word for a wild cat is 'kẹrẹkẹrẹ'.

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