Fisch
Meaning and Usage
"Fisch" in German translates to "fish" in English. It refers to a cold-blooded aquatic animal with gills and fins, typically found in water bodies like rivers, lakes, and oceans. The word can also be used to refer to fish as food.
Linguistic Analysis
"Fisch" is a masculine noun in German. It has no prefix or suffix and is of Germanic origin.
Comparisons between German and English
The word "Fisch" is very similar to its English counterpart "fish" in terms of meaning and pronunciation.
Cultural Context
Germany has a strong tradition of fish consumption, especially in regions close to the seas and rivers.
Example Sentences
- Ich habe gestern frischen Fisch gekauft. (Yesterday, I bought fresh fish.)
- Der See ist voller bunter Fische. (The lake is full of colorful fish.)
Memory Tips
Associate the word "Fisch" with the English word "fish" to help remember its meaning and usage.
Additional Vocabulary
- der Fischfang (fishing)
- die Fischerei (fishery)
- der Fischmarkt (fish market)
Gender and Plural
Gender: Masculine Plural: die Fische (the fish)
Conjugation
Since "Fisch" is a noun, it does not have a conjugation.