fisherman

Everyday

A fisherman is a person who catches fish, as a job or for fun. tree →

In the lessons

In stories and geography lessons fishermen go out in boats, use nets and lines, and bring home fish to sell; harbour towns depend on them. Phrases: «a fishing boat», «a keen fisherman», «the old fisherman».

Examples

• The fisherman pulled in his net full of fish. tree →
• Fishermen leave the harbour very early in the morning. tree →
• My uncle is a keen fisherman. tree →
• The old fisherman told us stories of storms at sea. tree →
• Fishermen must wear life jackets. tree →
• The fisherman sold his catch at the market. tree →
• Many fishermen live in the little harbour town. tree →
• The fisherman was chilled with fear. tree →

Note

Plural: fishermen (like man to men). Some people prefer «fisher» or «angler» (someone who fishes with a rod) because they include women. Safety: wear a life jacket on boats and near deep water.