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How to Say "Dog" in German

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Hund
"Dog" in German 路 say it like hoont

The most natural way to say "Dog" in German is Hund. 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

H眉ndchen
used affectionately for a small dog or puppy
Vierbeiner
a casual term meaning 'four-legged one', often used for pets

When to use it

You can use 'Hund' when talking about dogs in general. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. If you are referring to a specific dog, you might use its name or say 'mein Hund' (my dog).

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Examples in German

GermanEnglish
Mein Hund liebt es, im Park zu spielen.My dog loves to play in the park.
Hast du einen Hund?Do you have a dog?
Common mistake
A common mistake is to confuse 'Hund' with 'Hunde', which is the plural form.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the plural of 'Hund'?

The plural is 'Hunde'.

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