What is the Spanish word for "breed"?

Learn how to say "breed" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

breed

Spanish

raza

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Alternative translations of "breed"

criar
reproducirse

Examples of how to use "breed" in Spanish

English
What breed of dog is that?
Spanish
¿De qué raza de perro es ese?
English
This dog is a friendly breed from Spain.
Spanish
Este perro es una raza amigable de España.
English
Farmers breed sheep for wool and meat.
Spanish
Los agricultores crían ovejas para lana y carne.
English
People often ask which breed is calm.
Spanish
La gente suele preguntar qué raza es tranquila.
English
They breed plants to resist harsh weather.
Spanish
Crían plantas para resistir el clima adverso.

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