Fishing in Tagalog

Fishing in Tagalog translates to “Pangingisda” – the practice of catching fish for food, sport, or commerce. This comprehensive guide explores the Filipino terminology, cultural context, and practical usage of fishing-related vocabulary in the Philippines, where fishing remains a vital part of daily life and economy.

[Words] = Fishing

[Definition]:

• Fishing /ˈfɪʃɪŋ/
• Noun 1: The activity of catching fish, either for food or as a sport.
• Noun 2: A commercial industry involving the catching, processing, and selling of fish.
• Verb (Gerund): The present participle of “fish” – the act of trying to catch fish.

[Synonyms] = Pangingisda, Paghuhuli ng isda, Pangangalap ng isda, Panghuhuli, Pamimingwit, Pagsisid (diving for fish), Pag-aalaga ng isda (fish farming context).

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: Traditional fishing methods in the Philippines include using nets, traps, and bamboo poles along coastal villages.

Ex1_PH: Ang tradisyonal na pangingisda sa Pilipinas ay kinabibilangan ng paggamit ng lambat, bitag, at mga kawayan sa mga baybaying nayon.

Ex2_EN: He goes fishing every weekend with his father at the nearby river.

Ex2_PH: Siya ay pumupunta sa pangingisda tuwing katapusan ng linggo kasama ang kanyang ama sa malapit na ilog.

Ex3_EN: The local community depends on fishing as their primary source of income and livelihood.

Ex3_PH: Ang lokal na komunidad ay umaasa sa pangingisda bilang kanilang pangunahing pinagkukunan ng kita at kabuhayan.

Ex4_EN: Deep-sea fishing requires specialized equipment and boats capable of navigating rough waters.

Ex4_PH: Ang malalim na dagat na pangingisda ay nangangailangan ng espesyal na kagamitan at mga bangka na kayang lumakbay sa mabangis na tubig.

Ex5_EN: Sustainable fishing practices help preserve marine ecosystems for future generations.

Ex5_PH: Ang napapanatiling pangingisda ay tumutulong mapanatili ang mga ekosistema ng dagat para sa susunod na henerasyon.