🇮🇳 Marathi phrases

How to Say "Dog" in Marathi

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
कुत्रा
"Dog" in Marathi · say it like koo-trah

The most natural way to say "Dog" in Marathi is कुत्रा. 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

कुत्री
used specifically for female dogs
कुत्रा पिल्ला
means puppy, used for young dogs

When to use it

You can use 'कुत्रा' when referring to a dog in general. It is commonly used in conversations about pets. Use 'कुत्री' when you want to specify a female dog. 'कुत्रा पिल्ला' is used when talking about puppies.

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Examples in Marathi

MarathiEnglish
माझ्या कुत्र्याचे नाव बाळू आहे.My dog's name is Baloo.
कुत्रा खेळत आहे.The dog is playing.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'कुत्रा' with 'कुत्री', forgetting that the former is for male dogs.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'कुत्रा' and 'कुत्री'?

'कुत्रा' refers to a male dog, while 'कुत्री' refers to a female dog.

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