long4 gau2狼狗
Jyutpinglong4 gau2
Yalelòhng gáu
Definition
Wolfdog; dogs with wolf-like characteristics, such as the German Shepherd or wolf-dog hybrids.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to dogs with a sharp, alert, and wolf-like appearance, most commonly the German Shepherd. It is frequently used in a protective or security context, as these breeds are often employed as guard dogs. The term is descriptive of the physical build and temperament rather than a strict biological classification.
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zek3隻jekExamples
That wolfdog is very fierce, it barks at people all the time.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with a literal wolf, which is simply called 狼. Using 狼狗 to describe a wild wolf is incorrect and sounds unnatural to native speakers.
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