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mofeta means skunk — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: April 25, 2026

😆 Funny Words

mofeta

noun • /[mo-FE-ta]/

skunk

Example:

La mofeta cruzó el camino.

The skunk crossed the road.

🧠 What does mofeta mean?

The word 'mofeta' refers to a skunk, a small mammal known for its distinctive black and white markings and its ability to emit a strong-smelling liquid as a defense mechanism. While not inherently humorous, the word itself can sound amusing to English speakers due to its unfamiliarity and unique phonetics. It is a feminine noun in Spanish.

📚 Extra examples

  • El perro del vecino comenzó a ladrarle a una mofeta que se paseaba por el jardín.
    The neighbor's dog started barking at a skunk that was walking through the garden.
  • Tuvimos que cerrar las ventanas porque una mofeta andaba cerca de la casa.
    We had to close the windows because a skunk was walking near the house.
  • En algunos países, se les llama zorrillos en lugar de mofetas.
    In some countries, they are called 'zorrillos' instead of 'mofetas'.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'mofeta' is classified under 'Funny Words' not because the animal is humorous, but because the sound of the word itself can elicit a slight, perhaps unexpected, amusement in learners encountering it for the first time.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "mofeta"

Synonyms: zorrillo

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'skunk' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'skunk' is 'mofeta'.
How do you pronounce 'mofeta' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is moh-FEH-tah. The 'm' is like the English 'm', the 'o' is like the 'o' in 'go', the 'f' is like the English 'f', the 'e' is like the 'e' in 'bet', and the 'a' is like the 'a' in 'father'.
How do you use 'mofeta' in a sentence?
You can use 'mofeta' to refer to the animal, for example: 'Una mofeta cruzó el camino.' (A skunk crossed the road.)
What is the English translation of 'mofeta'?
The English translation of 'mofeta' is 'skunk'.
Does 'mofeta' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'mofeta' is a feminine noun. In the plural form, it becomes 'mofetas'.
Is 'mofeta' common in everyday Spanish?
The term 'mofeta' is understood in most Spanish-speaking regions, though regional variations exist.
Does 'mofeta' have slang or double meanings?
In standard Spanish, 'mofeta' primarily refers to the animal. It does not have widely recognized slang or double meanings.
Is 'mofeta' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
While 'mofeta' is understood in both Spain and Latin America, the term 'zorrillo' is more common in many parts of Latin America to refer to a skunk.

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