🇧🇩 Bengali phrases

How to Say "Dog" in Bengali

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
কুকুর
"Dog" in Bengali · say it like koo-koor

The most natural way to say "Dog" in Bengali is কুকুর. 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

কুকুরছানা
used for a puppy or young dog
শিকারি কুকুর
used for hunting dogs

When to use it

You can use 'কুকুর' when talking about dogs in general. It's suitable for both casual and formal conversations. If you want to refer to a puppy, use 'কুকুরছানা'. This term is commonly used among pet owners.

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Examples in Bengali

BengaliEnglish
আমার কাছে একটি কুকুর আছে।I have a dog.
সে কুকুরকে খুব ভালোবাসে।He loves the dog very much.
Common mistake
Some learners confuse 'কুকুর' with 'বিড়াল' (cat). Remember, 'কুকুর' specifically means dog.

The fastest way to remember it

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

'কুকুর' refers to an adult dog, while 'কুকুরছানা' refers to a puppy.

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