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    Cachorrito (en. Puppy)

    [ka.tʃo.ˈri.to]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A term that refers to a young dog or puppy.
    The puppy plays with a ball in the garden.
    El cachorrito juega con una pelota en el jardín.
    It is also used affectionately to refer to a small breed dog.
    That puppy is very cute and always seeks affection.
    Ese cachorrito es muy tierno y siempre busca cariño.
    Sometimes it is used to describe someone who is very adorable or innocent, like a child.
    That child is a true little sweetheart.
    Ese niño es un verdadero cachorrito.

    Etymology

    Diminutive of 'cachorro', which comes from the Latin 'cattulus', meaning 'puppy' or 'little animal'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be a little sweetheart
    To be very adorable or innocent.
    ser un cachorrito
    lucky puppy
    It refers to a small animal that is considered to bring good luck.
    cachorrito de la suerte

    Related Words

    puppy
    A young dog.
    cachorro
    little dog
    A small or young dog.
    perrito
    pet
    A domestic animal.
    mascota

    Slang Meanings

    A term of endearment to refer to someone who is sweet or kind.
    My friend always calls me 'little sweetheart' when I'm in a good mood.
    Mi amiga siempre me dice 'cachorrito' cuando estoy de buen humor.
    Used to describe cute or adorable things.
    That new car is a little sweetheart.
    Ese coche nuevo es un cachorrito.