pesquero
“pesquero” means “fishing” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
fishing
Also: fishing-related
📝 In Action
Visitamos un pequeño pueblo pesquero en el norte de España.
A2We visited a small fishing village in northern Spain.
La industria pesquera es fundamental para la economía regional.
B1The fishing industry is fundamental to the regional economy.
El sector pesquero se enfrenta a nuevos retos este año.
B2The fishing sector faces new challenges this year.
fishing boat
Also: fishing vessel
📝 In Action
El pesquero regresó al puerto cargado de sardinas.
B1The fishing boat returned to the port loaded with sardines.
Vimos varios pesqueros en el horizonte al amanecer.
B1We saw several fishing vessels on the horizon at dawn.
La guardia costera escoltó al pesquero hasta la bahía.
B2The coast guard escorted the fishing boat to the bay.
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📚 Etymology▼
Derived from the Spanish verb 'pescar' (to fish), which comes from the Latin 'piscari', meaning 'to catch fish.'
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'pesquero' and 'pescador'?
Think of 'pescador' as the person (the fisherman) and 'pesquero' as the thing (the fishing boat or fishing village).
Is 'pesquero' only for big ships?
Generally, yes. While it can technically mean any boat used for fishing, it usually implies a professional vessel used for work, rather than a tiny hobby boat.
Can I use 'pesquero' to describe the fish I caught?
No. For the fish you've already caught, use 'pescado'. 'Pesquero' only describes things related to the action or business of fishing.