How to Say "paw" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “paw” is “pata” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA1
nounA1
of an animal
Examples
El gato estiró la pata y empezó a ronronear.
The cat stretched its paw and started to purr.
Necesitamos arreglar la pata rota de la mesa antes de cenar.
We need to fix the broken leg of the table before dinner.
Gender Rule
Even though 'pata' refers to a limb, it always uses feminine articles (la pata, una pata).
Confusing with 'Pierna'
Mistake: “Using 'pata' for a human leg.”
Correction: Use 'pierna' for human legs. 'Pata' is only for animals and furniture.
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