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der Angler
angler
A person who catches fish with a fishing rod as a hobby or sport.
example
Am frühen Morgen saßen bereits mehrere Angler am Ufer des Sees.
Early in the morning, several anglers were already sitting on the shore of the lake.
der Angler
angler
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Word family
The word 'der Angler' (angler) is derived directly from the verb 'angeln' (to fish). The ending '-er' is a very common way to refer to male people who perform a particular activity.
EXAMPLE
Wer angelt, ist ein Angler.
Someone who fishes is an angler.
Typical collocations
'Angler' (angler) is often mentioned together with the places where fishing takes place. Typical phrases are 'Angler am See' (angler at the lake), 'Angler am Flussufer' (angler on the riverbank), or 'Angler auf dem Steg' (angler on the jetty).
EXAMPLE
Früh am Morgen sieht man die ersten Angler am Fluss.
Early in the morning, you can see the first anglers by the river.
Common adjectives
To describe an 'Angler' (angler), adjectives are often used that express their passion or experience. Examples are 'ein passionierter Angler' (a passionate angler), 'ein erfahrener Angler' (an experienced angler), or 'ein geduldiger Angler' (a patient angler).
EXAMPLE
Mein Großvater war ein passionierter Angler und kannte die besten Stellen.
My grandfather was a passionate angler and knew the best spots.
Compare with
Angler vs Fischer
fisherman
'der Fischer' and 'der Angler' both have to do with catching fish. 'der Fischer' is broader: it can be a profession, for example on a boat or with nets, but it can also refer to a person who catches fish as a hobby. 'der Angler' is more specific: he fishes with a fishing rod, usually as a hobby or sport. The words can be confused because both catch fish. When it is about the profession or larger-scale fishing, 'Fischer' fits better. If someone is sitting by a lake with a fishing rod, you are more likely to say 'Angler'.
Angler
Am See wartet der Angler ruhig, bis ein Fisch anbeißt.
At the lake, the angler waits quietly until a fish bites.
Fischer
Der Fischer bringt am Morgen frischen Fisch vom Hafen zum Markt.
In the morning, the fisherman brings fresh fish from the harbor to the market.
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