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How to Say "Dog" in Dutch

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
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"Dog" in Dutch 路 say it like hont

The most natural way to say "Dog" in Dutch is hond. 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

poedel
specifically refers to a poodle breed
hondje
a diminutive form, often used affectionately

When to use it

Use 'hond' when referring to dogs in general. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts. If you are talking about a specific breed or type, you might use a variant like 'poedel' or 'hondje'.

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Examples in Dutch

DutchEnglish
Mijn hond houdt van spelen in het park.My dog loves to play in the park.
Zij heeft een schattig hondje.She has a cute little dog.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to confuse 'hond' with 'kat', which means cat.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Wat is het verschil tussen een hond en een puppy?

Een puppy is een jonge hond.

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