🇦🇲 Armenian phrases

How to Say "Dog" in Armenian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
շուն
"Dog" in Armenian · say it like shoon

The most natural way to say "Dog" in Armenian is շուն. 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

կենդանի
used in a more formal context or in literature

When to use it

You can use the word 'շուն' in everyday conversations when talking about pets or animals. It is commonly used among friends and family. In more formal settings, you might encounter the variant 'կենդանի'.

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Examples in Armenian

ArmenianEnglish
Այս շունը շատ խաղկոտ է։This dog is very playful.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'շուն' with 'կենդանի', thinking they are interchangeable, but 'կենդանի' is more formal.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear շուն, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Armenian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the plural form of 'շուն'?

The plural form is 'շներ'.

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