Labrador dogs

[ˈlæbrədɔr dɔgz]
nounmasculine/feminine (depending on individual dog)pl: Labrador dogs
cães Labrador
1. A large breed of retriever dog originating from Newfoundland, known for being friendly, outgoing, and even-tempered, commonly used as service dogs, therapy dogs, and family pets
Labrador dogs are excellent swimmers and were originally bred to help fishermen retrieve nets.
Os cães Labrador são excelentes nadadores e foram originalmente criados para ajudar pescadores a recuperar redes.
2. Dogs of this breed characterized by a short dense coat, typically in black, yellow, or chocolate brown colors
The black Labrador dogs at the police station are trained as detection dogs.
Os cães Labrador pretos na delegacia de polícia são treinados como cães de detecção.
3. One of the most popular and beloved dog breeds worldwide, known for their loyalty and intelligence
Many families choose Labrador dogs because they are great with children.
Muitas famílias escolhem cães Labrador porque são ótimos com crianças.
Labrador dogs are the most popular breed in both the United States and Brazil. In Brazil, they are highly valued as family pets and are frequently used in police and military training programs. Their friendly nature makes them culturally significant as therapy and assistance dogs. In the USA, they rank consistently as the #1 most registered dog breed, reflecting their importance in American popular culture and family life.
NYC Slang
Labs (common abbreviated form used in NYC dog parks and pet communities)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
LabsLabrador RetrieversRetrievers

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
cães Labrador
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
Labrador
Often shortened to just 'Labrador' in casual speech
São Paulo
cães Labrador
Standard term, frequently seen in veterinary and breeding contexts
Portugal
cães Labrador
Same as Brazil; sometimes abbreviated as 'Labs' in informal contexts

Related Words

dog breedsretrieversservice dogstherapy dogsfamily petsNewfoundland dogs

Related Idioms & Phrases

loyal as a Labrador (loyal and dependable)
friendly as a Labrador (very friendly and outgoing)
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