Czech is a language full of charming and sometimes surprising words for animals. Whether you’re chatting about your pet goldfish or spotting wildlife in the Bohemian countryside, knowing these terms will make your conversations more colourful. Here’s a guide to the most useful Czech animal vocabulary.
Household Pets
Pets are beloved companions, and Czech has some delightful words for them. Here are the basics:
Pes
[ˈpɛs]“Dog”
Kočka
[ˈkot͡ʃka]“Cat”
Králík
[ˈkraːliːk]“Rabbit”
Andulka
[ˈandulka]“Budgerigar (Budgie)”
Farm Animals
Czech villages and farms are home to many animals. Here’s how to name them:
Kráva
[ˈkraːva]“Cow”
Prase
[ˈprasɛ]“Pig”
Slepice
[ˈslɛpɪt͡sɛ]“Chicken”
Wildlife
The Czech Republic has diverse wildlife, from forests to rivers. Here are some key terms:
Vlk
[ˈvl̩k]“Wolf”
Jelen
[ˈjɛlɛn]“Deer”
Liška
[ˈlɪʃka]“Fox”
Sova
[ˈsova]“Owl”
Fun Animal Phrases
Czech has some amusing idioms involving animals. Here are a few:
Mít husí kůži
/miːt ˈɦusiː kuːʒɪ/“To have goosebumps”
Dělat z komára velblouda
[ɟɛlat skomaːra vɛlblou̯da]“To make a mountain out of a molehill”
