Difference between animal and cat in Korean
동물·고양이
동물animal
An animal (동물) is a living thing like a dog, cat, bird, or elephant. You use this word when talking about pets, zoo animals, or animals in nature. It is a very common word in everyday conversations and beginner Korean books.
How to say animal
고양이cat
A cat is a small animal that many people keep as a pet. In Korean, 고양이 means "cat." You can use this word when talking about your pet, a cat you see outside, or things for cats, like food or toys.
How to say catThe difference
동물 means "animal" in general. 고양이 is one kind of animal.
