🇮🇱 Hebrew phrases

How to Say "Dog" in Hebrew

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
כלב
"Dog" in Hebrew · say it like keh-lehv

The most natural way to say "Dog" in Hebrew is כלב. 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

כלבה
used specifically for a female dog

When to use it

You can use 'כלב' when referring to a dog in general. It is appropriate in both formal and casual conversations. If you want to specify the gender, use 'כלבה' for a female dog.

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Examples in Hebrew

HebrewEnglish
הכלב שלי מאוד חכם.My dog is very smart.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to use 'כלבה' when referring to a male dog.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What is the plural form of 'כלב'?

The plural form is 'כלבים'.

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