What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
fishman
Example
The fishman caught a large salmon in the river. [fishman: noun]
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The protagonist of the novel was a wise old fishman who taught the young boy how to fish. [fishman: adjective]
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The fishman at the market had a variety of fresh seafood on display. [fishman: noun]
fisherwoman
Example
The fisherwoman caught a big trout in the lake. [fisherwoman: noun]
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The fisherwoman in the film was the only one who knew how to catch the elusive fish. [fisherwoman: adjective]
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The fisherwoman at the market had a friendly smile and helped customers pick out the best fish. [fisherwoman: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Fishman is more commonly used than fisherwoman in everyday language, but both words are still in use and can be employed interchangeably depending on the context.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between fishman and fisherwoman?
Both fishman and fisherwoman are similarly formal and can be used in various contexts without sounding too casual or too formal.
