How to Say "veterinarian" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “veterinarian” is “veterinario” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
nounA2
formal title for an animal doctor
Examples
Tengo que llevar al perro al veterinario mañana.
I have to take the dog to the vet tomorrow.
El veterinario revisó a los caballos en la granja.
The vet checked the horses on the farm.
Talking about Men and Women
Use 'el veterinario' for a male doctor and 'la veterinaria' for a female doctor. If you don't know the gender, 'el veterinario' is often used as the general term.
Don't confuse with 'Veterano'
Mistake: “Using 'veterinario' to mean an experienced soldier or expert.”
Correction: Use 'veterano' for an old soldier or expert, and 'veterinario' only for an animal doctor.
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