Pangisdaan (en. Fishing)
paŋ-ɪs-da-an
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A place where fish are caught or raised.
Our town is known for its excellent fishery.
Ang bayan namin ay kilala sa mahusay na pangisdaan.
The art or method of catching fish.
Fishing is an important industry along the coast.
Ang pangisdaan ay isang mahalagang industriya sa mga baybayin.
Business related to the catching, breeding, or maintaining of fish.
Many people rely on fishing for their livelihood.
Maraming mga tao ang umaasa sa pangisdaan para sa kanilang ikabubuhay.
Etymology
derived from the word 'isda' which means fish in English.
Common Phrases and Expressions
protect the fishery
Take measures to preserve fish and their habitats.
pangalagaan ang pangisdaan
live off fishing
To survive and strategize from catching fish.
mabuhay sa pangisdaan
Related Words
school
An institution for education focusing on fishing skills.
iskuwela
fish
Means 'fish' in English; primary product in fishing.
isda
Slang Meanings
fare of life
He said, 'I'm just living the fishing life, so no matter how hard it gets, just keep fighting.'
Sabi niya, 'Buhay pangisdaan lang ako, kaya kahit anong hirap, laban lang.'
fishermen or people who work at sea
They are the fishermen of the community, I hope they catch more today.
Sila ang mga pangisdaan sa barangay, sana dumami pa ang huli nila ngayon.
a lively and diverse life
I call my weekend 'fishing life', because it has both arts and sports all at once!
Ang tawag sa weekend ko, 'pangisdaan', kasi may arts at sports na sabay-sabay!