Perrillo (en. Little dog)
/peˈri.ʝo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Refers to a small-sized dog, often a puppy.
The little dog plays in the garden.
El perrillo juega en el jardín.
A term of endearment to refer to a dog.
My little dog always brightens my day.
Mi perrillo siempre me alegra el día.
In some contexts, it may refer to a dog with no defined breed.
We adopted a little dog from the shelter.
Adoptamos un perrillo de la perrera.
Etymology
From the diminutive of 'perro'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be like a little dog
To be very alert or excited.
estar como un perrillo
to have a little dog at home
To have a pet, a small dog in the home.
tener un perrillo en casa
Related Words
dog
A domestic animal known as man's best friend.
perro
puppy
A young dog.
cachorro
pet
A companion animal that lives in the home.
mascota
Slang Meanings
An affectionate term to refer to someone who is loyal.
That friend is a little dog, he is always by my side.
Ese amigo es un perrillo, siempre está a mi lado.
Used to describe a person who has a playful behavior.
Look at how he laughs, he is like a little dog.
Mira cómo se ríe, está como un perrillo.