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Cats are everywhere, and knowing the right words helps you talk about your furry friend or any cat you meet.

Basic Cat Words

Learn the simple names for cats and their parts so you can describe any cat clearly.

English WordEnglish Word
catkitten
tailwhiskers
pawclaw
furear
noseeye
The cat walked silently on its(paw).

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Cat Types

There are many breeds and types of cats, and some words describe their look or fur.

English WordEnglish Word
tabbycalico
siamesepersian
long-hairedshort-haired
straydomestic
That(tabby) has distinctive stripes on its face.

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Cat Behavior

Words for what cats do help you tell stories about their actions and personality.

English WordEnglish Word
purrmeow
hissscratch
jumpclimb
napstretch
chaserub
The kitten began to(purr) when it was stroked.

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Cat Sounds

Cats make different sounds for mood and communication; learn the key ones.

English WordEnglish Word
meowpurr
hissgrowl
yowlchirp
The cat gave a soft(meow) when it wanted food.

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Cat Care

Vocabulary for feeding, grooming, and health is handy for cat owners or vets.

English WordEnglish Word
foodwater
bowllitter box
brushcollar
vetmedicine
Make sure the cat has fresh(food) every day.

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Common Expressions

English has many sayings and phrases about cats that show attitude or humor.

English ExpressionEnglish Meaning
curious as a catvery curious
let the cat out of the bagreveal a secret
cat napshort sleep
fight like cats and dogsargue a lot
After a busy morning, she took a short(cat nap) on the couch.

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Summary

Knowing basic cat vocabulary, types, behavior, sounds, care terms, and common expressions lets you talk naturally about cats in any situation.

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