Meaning
dog
In a sentence
Il mio cane dorme sempre sul divano.
My dog always sleeps on the couch.
Hai visto il cane del vicino oggi?
Did you see the neighbor's dog today?
Il cane corre nel parco.
The dog runs in the park.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| cane | masculine · singular |
| cani | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'cane' for any dog, not just males. 'Cagna' is female-specific and less common.
- Avoid 'cane' for 'hammer' in modern Italian; 'martello' is standard. 'Cane' for hammer is archaic or regional.
- No plural change: 'cani' for both dogs and hammers. Context clarifies meaning.