What does "cobaya" mean in English?

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Spanish

cobaya

English

guinea pig

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Alternative translations of "cobaya"

guinea pig (test subject)
cavy

Examples of how to use "cobaya" in Spanish

Spanish
Usaron una cobaya en el experimento.
English
They used a guinea pig in the experiment.
Spanish
La cobaya come verduras en su jaula.
English
The guinea pig eats vegetables in its cage.
Spanish
Mi cobayo es muy tranquilo y sociable.
English
My guinea pig is very calm and sociable.
Spanish
¿La cobaya duerme durante el día?
English
Does the guinea pig sleep during the day?
Spanish
Compré una cobaya para mi sobrino.
English
I bought a guinea pig for my nephew.

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