el pelo
the fur
Example Sentence
Cepillo el pelo para que quede suave.
I brush the fur so it stays soft.
Meaning
El pelo means the fur (or hair). In pet care, it often refers to a coat that you brush or keep clean.
Common Phrases
- cepillar el pelo — to brush the fur
- tener el pelo suave — to have soft fur
Example
Cepillo el pelo con cuidado.
I brush the fur carefully.
Common Mistake
Avoid mixing it with la piel (skin). For fur, use el pelo, not la piel.