Language/Romanian/Vocabulary/Animals
Hi Romanian learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will be learning about Romanian vocabulary related to animals. You will learn the names of popular animals in Romanian and be able to use them in daily conversations. Knowing the names of different animals is important, especially if you are planning to go to Romania for a wildlife safari or if you are simply a nature enthusiast.
Try to learn and practice these words regularly to improve your vocabulary. You can use resources such as Find native speakers and ask them any questions. It will also help you to communicate effectively with native Romanian speakers.
Common Domestic Animals[edit | edit source]
Here are the most common domestic animals in Romania:
| Romanian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Câine | /kɨ.ne/ | Dog |
| Pisică | /piː.si.kə/ | Cat |
| Păsări | /pə.sə.ri/ | Birds |
| Iepure | /je.pu.re/ | Rabbit |
| Porc | /pork/ | Pig |
| Vacă | /va.kə/ | Cow |
| Oaie | /oa.je/ | Sheep |
| Cal | /kal/ | Horse |
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
- Person 1: Cine este animalul tău de companie? (Who is your pet animal?)
- Person 2: Am o pisică. (I have a cat.)
Wild Animals[edit | edit source]
Romania has a diverse range of wildlife. Here are some of the most popular wild animals found in Romania:
| Romanian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Urs | /urs/ | Bear |
| Lup | /lup/ | Wolf |
| Vulpe | /vul.pe/ | Fox |
| Mistreț | /mis.treʦ/ | Wild boar |
| Veveriță | /ve.ve.rit͡sə/ | Squirrel |
| Cerb | /tʃerb/ | Deer |
| Jder | /ʒder/ | Marten |
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
- Person 1: Ai văzut vreodată lupi în pădure? (Have you ever seen wolves in the forest?)
- Person 2: Da, am văzut câțiva acum câteva săptămâni. (Yes, I saw a few weeks ago.)
Marine Animals[edit | edit source]
With the Black Sea located in the east of Romania, there are several marine animals found in the waters around the country:
| Romanian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Calamar | /kalə.mar/ | Squid |
| Scoică | /skoikə/ | Clam |
| Crap | /krap/ | Carp |
| Scobar | /sku.bar/ | Scorpionfish |
| Sturion | /stu.ri.on/ | Sturgeon |
| Catfish | /ˈkatfiʃ/ | Catfish |
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
- Person 1: Îți place să mănânci pește? (Do you like to eat fish?)
- Person 2: Dar da, îmi place somonul și sturionul. (Yes, I like salmon and sturgeon.)
Insects[edit | edit source]
Insects are everywhere, and they play an important role in nature:
| Romanian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Furnică | /fur.nikə/ | Ant |
| Albina | /al.bi.na/ | Bee |
| Fluture | /flu.tu.re/ | Butterfly |
| Gândac | /ɡɨn.dak/ | Beetle |
| Păianjen | /pə.ai̯an.ʒen/ | Spider |
| Greier | /ɡre.jer/ | Cricket |
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
- Person 1: Furnicile sunt foarte muncitoare, nu crezi? (Ants are very hardworking, don't you think?)
- Person 2: Da, sunt impresionat de munca lor. (Yes, I am impressed by their hard work.)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Great job! Now you know the names of some of the most popular animals in Romania and can use them in your conversations. You can use this find native speakers and ask them any questions about animals to improve your conversations.
Remember, there are many more animals in Romania, and if you get a chance, you should definitely visit the country's wildlife reserves and explore the natural beauty that Romania has to offer.
➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.
➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎
With this lesson finished, you may want to explore these additional pages: Body, Count from 1 to 10, Useful Sentenses & City.
Videos[edit | edit source]
ANIMALS AROUND THE FARM | Romanian Language Vocabulary ...[edit | edit source]
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Drinks
- Verbs in Romanian
- Count from 1 to 10
- Body
- Idiomatic Expressions
- Days of the Week
- How to say Good Bye?
- Food in Romanian
- Resources
Sources[edit | edit source]