die Fischerei
Translation
fishing, fishery, fishing industry
Examples
Die Fischerei ist ein wichtiger Wirtschaftszweig.
The fishing industry is an important economic sector.
Er arbeitet in der Küstenfischerei.
He works in coastal fishing.
Grammar Patterns
to work in the fishing industry He works in coastal fishing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Fischfang (fish catch), Angeln (angling)
Etymology
From 'Fisch' (fish) + the suffix '-erei', which indicates an activity, trade, or place. It means the activity or business of fishing.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-erei' often denotes a place of business or an activity, like 'Bäckerei' (bakery). Think of it as the business related to 'Fisch' (fish).