How to Say "breeding" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “breeding” is “cría” — use 'cría' when referring to the business or practice of raising animals for a specific purpose, like farming or sport.
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cría
nounB1general
Use 'cría' when referring to the business or practice of raising animals for a specific purpose, like farming or sport.
Examples
Mi abuelo se dedicaba a la cría de caballos.
My grandfather was dedicated to horse breeding.
reproducción
nounB1general
Use 'reproducción' when discussing the biological process of animals creating offspring, emphasizing the natural or ecological aspect.
Examples
La reproducción de las abejas es vital para el ecosistema.
Bee reproduction is vital for the ecosystem.
Cría vs. Reproducción
Learners often confuse 'cría' and 'reproducción'. Remember that 'cría' leans towards the human activity of raising animals (like a breeder's job), while 'reproducción' is the more scientific term for the biological act of procreation.
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