"mongrel" in Chinese (Simplified)
杂种狗
Definition
“mongrel”指不是纯种的狗,而是多种品种的混合犬。这个词有时也用来形容任何混合或来历不明的事物。
Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))
“mongrel”为非正式用语,有时带有轻微贬义。英国多用“mongrel”,美国常说“mutt”。很少用于指代除狗以外的动物,对人使用可能冒犯。
Examples
That mongrel is very friendly.
那只**杂种狗**很友好。
We adopted a mongrel from the shelter.
我们从收容所领养了一只**杂种狗**。
The mongrel barked at the stranger.
那只**杂种狗**对陌生人叫了起来。
Don’t judge a mongrel by its looks—it can be smarter than some purebreds.
别以貌取狗,**杂种狗**有时比纯种的还聪明。
His dog isn’t any special breed—just a lovable old mongrel.
他的狗不是名犬,只是一只可爱的老**杂种狗**。
When it comes to loyalty, a mongrel can surprise you.
说到忠诚,**杂种狗**有时会让你惊讶。