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Chihuahua
A very small breed of dog originating from Mexico, considered the smallest in the world.
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Ihr Chihuahua passt problemlos in eine Handtasche.
Her Chihuahua fits easily into a handbag.
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Chihuahua
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Origin of the name
The name 'Chihuahua' comes from the Mexican state of the same name. This Spanish origin also explains the special pronunciation of the word in German.
EXAMPLE
Chihuahuas sind eine sehr alte Hunderasse aus Mittelamerika.
Chihuahuas are a very old breed of dog from Central America.
Typical descriptions
Since its small size is the main feature of this dog breed, 'Chihuahua' is often combined with adjectives like 'winzig' (tiny) or 'klein' (small). The cliché is that the dog fits into a handbag.
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Sie hat einen winzigen Chihuahua, der ständig zittert.
She has a tiny Chihuahua that is constantly trembling.
Cultural context
In culture, the Chihuahua is often seen as a 'Schoßhund' (lapdog) or a fashionable accessory. This image is frequently shown in films and the media.
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Viele Prominente zeigen sich gerne mit ihrem Chihuahua in der Öffentlichkeit.
Many celebrities like to appear in public with their Chihuahua.
In real life
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