What’s the Difference?
This is a common question. Regarding burros and donkeys in specific, there’s a very simple answer…
The Spanish word “burro” came from the word “Burrisimo” meaning little horse. The word Donkey came from the English word “dun” and “ky” which means small. Basically, both words have the same meaning… or do they?
Here in the U.S. we use both terms, for these specific reasons…
• A Donkey is domesticated
• A Burro is wild, or free roaming
That’s it! Now, if you really want to be confused, visit Donkey, Ass, Burro, Mule, What They All Mean.
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Thanks for stopping by and visiting the Sundog Drift. I’m glad I found you. You are a great source of information for my burro Rosie.
Now that was an interesting share…
Thanks! 🙂
Thanks for clearing this up. It’s one of those questions we are too afraid to show our ignorance to ask!!