puli
word
/ˈpuːli/
/ˈpʊli/
Definition
A puli is a small to medium-sized Hungarian dog breed known for its long, corded coat that looks like dreadlocks. This breed is energetic, intelligent, and often used to herd sheep.
Usage & Nuances
"Puli" is always used as a noun and refers exclusively to the Hungarian dog breed. The plural form is "pulis" in English. Not to be confused with "pulley" (a mechanical device). Common in dog shows or discussions about herding breeds.
Spanish: puli (raza de perro húngara)Portuguese (BR): puli (raça de cachorro húngara)Portuguese (PT): puli (raça de cão húngara)Chinese (Simplified): 普利犬（匈牙利犬种）Chinese (Traditional): 普利犬（匈牙利犬種）Hindi: पाली (हंगेरियन कुत्ते की नस्ल)Arabic: بولي (سلالة كلب مجرية)Bengali: পুলি (হাঙ্গেরীয় কুকুর)Russian: пули (порода собаки)Japanese: プーリ（犬種）Vietnamese: puli (giống chó)Korean: 풀리 (개 품종)Turkish: puli (köpek cinsi)Urdu: پولی (نسل کتا)Indonesian: puli (ras anjing)
Example Sentences
The puli has a long, curly coat.
basic
A puli can herd sheep very well.
basic
My friend owns a playful puli.
basic
When a puli runs, its cords bounce everywhere.
natural
People always ask if my puli has dreadlocks!
natural
I saw a pack of pulis herding sheep in Hungary.
natural