Spanish word

mastín

Pronunciation

IPA/masˈtin/

Meaning

  • masculine nounmastiff

Example

¿Has visto a mi mastín en el parque?

Have you seen my mastiff in the park?

Illustration for mastín (mastiff)

More examples

Adopté un mastín el mes pasado.

I adopted a mastiff last month.

Core concept

Massive, placid watchdog beside a farmhouse.

Common phrases

  • adoptar un mastín

    adopt a mastiff

  • cuidar a un mastín

    care for a mastiff

  • mastín de trabajo

    working mastiff

Similar words

perro: Provides companionship or labor as a domestic dog across various breeds and roles.
perro guardián: Acts as an alert, trained protector that defends a home or private grounds.
dogo: Shows a robust, strongly built large-dog physique prized for muscle and power.
perro pastor: Guides and protects sheep or cattle while keeping herds together during movement.

Definition in Spanish

Perro grande y fuerte criado para guardar el ganado y proteger la propiedad, de carácter protector y normalmente tranquilo.

Word origin

The Spanish mastín ultimately comes from Vulgar Latin mastīnus, passing through Old French mastin and Italian mastino, and denotes a large dog kept to guard stock or property.

Usage tips

  • The Spanish plural is mastines and the word keeps stress on the final syllable, and English speakers often anglicize it as mastiffs or drop the accent.

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