dachshund

Everyday

A dachshund is a small dog with a very long body, short legs and long ears, first bred in Germany to hunt badgers. tree →

In the lessons

In everyday life it is a popular pet, often nicknamed a «sausage dog» or «wiener dog». In stories and cartoons dachshunds are often funny and brave. Common phrases: «sausage dog», «miniature dachshund», «wiener dog» (USA).

Examples

• Our neighbour has a dachshund called Frankie. tree →
• The dachshund's tummy nearly touched the ground. tree →
• Dachshunds were bred to dig into badger holes. tree →
• People call a dachshund a sausage dog because of its shape. tree →
• The miniature dachshund barked at the postman. tree →
• A dachshund must be careful with stairs because of its long back. tree →
• At the dog show, the dachshund wore a little jumper. tree →

Note

Plural: dachshunds. It is a German word meaning «badger dog». Spelling trap: d-a-c-h-s-h-u-n-d. English speakers say DAK-sund or DASH-hund. Nicknames: «sausage dog» (UK, Australia), «wiener dog» (USA), «doxie».