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"Pet" in Spanish: mascota
la mascota
A pet is la mascota (mahs-KOH-tah). It is feminine. Plural is las mascotas. Dogs and cats are common mascotas.
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How to pronounce mascota
Say it
mahs-KOH-tah
/masˈkota/
mahs-KOH-tah. Stress KOH. Soft c as k. Say mascota clearly.
"Pet" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la mascota | the pet Default. | Default. |
| las mascotas | the pets Plural. | Plural. |
| una mascota | a pet Indefinite. | Indefinite. |
| tengo una mascota | I have a pet Introducing your animal. | Introducing your animal. |
How to use mascota in real life
- 1Meeting someone
¿Tienes una mascota?
Do you have a pet?
Una mascota.
- 2Apartment rules
No se permiten mascotas grandes.
Large pets are not allowed.
Mascotas plural.
- 3At home
Mi mascota se llama Luna.
My pet's name is Luna.
Mi mascota.
Mistakes English speakers make with mascota
Incorrect: El mascota es mío.
Correct: La mascota es mía.
Mascota is feminine: la mascota.
Incorrect: Tengo un mascota.
Correct: Tengo una mascota.
Use una with mascota.
Good to know
Good to knowBuildings ask about la mascota before you rent. Parks fill with mascotas at sunset. Name the species after mascota when you can: perro, gato.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Choosing an apartment
ChatPal
¿Permiten mascotas aquí?
Do they allow pets here?
You
Sí. Tengo una mascota pequeña.
Yes. I have a small pet.
ChatPal
Perfecto. Pregunta el depósito.
Perfect. Ask about the deposit.
You
Ya lo anoto.
I'll note that down.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Pet" in Spanish
Is mascota feminine?
Yes: la mascota, las mascotas.
How do you pronounce mascota?
mahs-KOH-tah with stress on KOH.
Mascota or animal doméstico?
Mascota is the everyday word for a pet.
What is the plural?
Las mascotas.
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