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A2 verb #4,000 الأكثر شيوعاً 8 دقيقة للقراءة

fischen

الأكثر شيوعاً #4,000

تدرّب عليها أمثلة ملاحظات ونصائح fischen في 30 ثانية

الشرح fischen in your Level:

At the A1 level, you learn the most basic meaning of 'fischen': the act of catching fish. You will primarily see it in simple present tense sentences like 'Ich fische' (I fish) or 'Er fischt'. At this stage, it's important to recognize the word in the context of food and hobbies. You might encounter it in basic vocabulary lists alongside other animals and activities. You should focus on the basic conjugation: ich fische, du fischst, er/sie/es fischt. You might also see it in simple pictures where someone is by a lake. The goal at A1 is simply to connect the sound and spelling of 'fischen' with the image of a person catching a fish. You don't need to worry about complex idioms yet; just focus on the literal action and the noun 'der Fisch' (the fish), which is clearly related.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the A2 level, you begin to use 'fischen' in more complete sentences and learn its past forms. You will learn that 'fischen' is a regular verb, making it easy to conjugate: 'Ich fischte' (I fished) and 'Ich habe gefischt' (I have fished). You start to distinguish between 'fischen' and 'angeln', realizing that 'angeln' is more common for hobbies. You also learn to use basic prepositions with the verb, such as 'im See fischen' (to fish in the lake). At this level, you might also encounter the word in simple stories or descriptions of weekend activities. You should be able to ask someone if they like to fish: 'Fischst du gerne?' and understand the answer. This level also introduces the idea of 'fishing' for objects, like 'etwas aus der Tasche fischen' (fishing something out of a bag).

At the B1 level, your understanding of 'fischen' expands into more abstract and idiomatic territory. You will learn the common phrase 'nach Komplimenten fischen' (fishing for compliments) and understand its social implications. You'll also encounter 'fischen' in more complex grammatical structures, including the use of modal verbs: 'Man darf hier nicht fischen' (One is not allowed to fish here). You start to see the verb in environmental contexts, such as 'nachhaltig fischen' (fishing sustainably). You should be comfortable using 'fischen' in various tenses and understanding its role in subordinate clauses. This level also introduces the concept of professional fishing ('Berufsfischerei') and the related noun 'der Fischer' (the fisherman). You can now describe a process or a hobby in more detail using this verb.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the B2 level, you move into professional and metaphorical uses of 'fischen'. You will frequently encounter 'überfischen' (to overfish) in articles about ecology and the economy. You'll understand the nuance of using 'fischen' in political or business contexts, such as 'in fremden Gewässern fischen' (fishing in foreign waters/territory), meaning to interfere in someone else's business or compete for their customers. Your vocabulary includes more specific related terms like 'fischen gehen' (to go fishing) and you can distinguish between the various ways 'fischen' can be applied to data or information gathering. You are expected to use the verb with correct cases and prepositions automatically, and you can participate in discussions about the ethics of fishing or the fishing industry using this verb correctly.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the C1 level, you master the idiomatic and stylistic nuances of 'fischen'. You are familiar with literary uses and can use the verb to create vivid imagery in your writing. You understand the idiom 'im Trüben fischen' (fishing in muddy waters) and can use it to describe complex social or political situations involving opportunism. You recognize the verb in specialized contexts, such as maritime law or marine biology. You can differentiate between 'fischen' and more technical terms like 'ernten' (harvesting) in the context of aquaculture. Your use of the verb is precise, and you understand how it contributes to the tone of a text—whether it's the gritty reality of a North Sea fisherman or the metaphorical searching of a philosopher. You can analyze the use of 'fischen' in poetry or high-level journalism.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the C2 level, you have a near-native command of 'fischen' and all its derivatives. You understand its etymological roots and how it relates to similar words in other Germanic languages. You can use the verb in highly sophisticated metaphors and wordplay. You are aware of archaic or regional variations of the word and can understand them in historical texts. You can discuss the evolution of the fishing industry and its terminology with ease. Whether it's a technical manual on deep-sea fishing techniques or a complex psychological novel where 'fischen' is used as a central metaphor for the human psyche, you grasp every nuance. You can switch between formal, informal, and technical registers of the word effortlessly, and you could even explain the subtle differences in connotation to other learners.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

تدرّب عليها أمثلة ملاحظات ونصائح

fischen في 30 ثانية

Fischen is a regular German verb (A2 level) meaning to fish or catch aquatic life, used both literally and metaphorically for searching.
It is conjugated as ich fische, fischte, hat gefischt. It is a weak verb and always uses the auxiliary 'haben'.
While 'angeln' is preferred for rod-and-line leisure, 'fischen' covers professional fishing, net fishing, and the general concept of extraction.
Common idioms include 'nach Komplimenten fischen' (fishing for compliments) and 'im Trüben fischen' (taking advantage of a murky situation).

The German verb fischen primarily refers to the act of catching fish or other aquatic organisms from a body of water. At its core, it is a verb of action and acquisition, fundamentally linked to the oldest human practices of gathering food. While it is often used in a literal sense by hobbyists and professionals alike, its utility in the German language extends far beyond the riverbank. In a literal context, you would use fischen to describe the process regardless of the method—whether using a net, a trap, or even by hand. However, it is important to note the cultural nuance: while fischen is the broad term, the word angeln is more frequently used for recreational fishing with a rod and line. When you hear fischen, think of the industry of the sea or the general activity of extraction from water.

Literal Usage: The most direct use involves the extraction of aquatic life. It implies a systematic or intentional effort to gather resources from a lake, river, or ocean. For example, a commercial vessel in the North Sea is said to be fischen.
Figurative Extraction: Metaphorically, it describes searching for something in a large, often disorganized space. You might 'fish' for a key in a deep pocket or 'fish' for information in a complex document. This usage mirrors the English 'to fish around for' something.
Social Contexts: In social interactions, it is used in the phrase 'nach Komplimenten fischen' (fishing for compliments). This describes a person who speaks self-deprecatingly with the hidden intent of receiving praise from others.

Die Fischer fischen heute Nacht auf hoher See, um den besten Fang zu machen.

Er musste lange in seiner Tasche fischen, bevor er sein Kleingeld fand.

Hör auf, nach Komplimenten zu fischen; du weißt genau, dass du gut aussiehst.

Wir fischen oft gemeinsam am Wochenende am kleinen Waldsee.

In diesem trüben Wasser zu fischen ist fast unmöglich.

Beyond the physical act, fischen appears in scientific and environmental discussions. One might discuss 'überfischen' (overfishing) when talking about the depletion of fish stocks in the oceans. In digital contexts, though the English loanword 'phishing' is used, the concept is inherently tied to the metaphorical 'fischen'—casting a bait to catch sensitive data. Understanding this verb requires recognizing its transition from a survival skill to a leisure activity and finally to a versatile metaphor for searching and extracting in various domains of life.

Using fischen correctly involves understanding its conjugation as a regular (weak) verb and its relationship with direct objects and prepositions. As a transitive verb, it often takes a direct object (what is being fished), but it can also be used intransitively to describe the activity itself. The most common preposition used with fischen is nach (after/for), which is required when you are fishing 'for' something metaphorical or literal that is not yet caught.

Transitive Use: When you specify the creature being caught. 'Wir fischen Forellen' (We are fishing for trout). Here, 'Forellen' is the accusative object.
Intransitive Use: Focusing on the act. 'Er geht fischen' (He goes fishing). This structure is very common for hobbies.
Prepositional Use (nach + Dative): Used for searching. 'Sie fischt nach ihrem Schlüssel' (She is fishing for her key). 'Nach' always triggers the dative case.

Ich fischte eine alte Münze aus dem Brunnen.

Hast du jemals in diesem Fluss gefischt?

Die Katze fischt mit ihrer Pfote im Goldfischglas.

When constructing sentences about location, use in + dative for static locations (in dem See fischen) or an + dative for being 'at' a body of water (am Fluss fischen). If you are moving something out of the water, use the preposition aus + dative (etwas aus dem Wasser fischen). This versatility allows fischen to describe the entire process of searching, catching, and retrieving items from various environments.

The word fischen resonates through several distinct layers of German society. You will encounter it in coastal regions like Schleswig-Holstein or Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, where the fishing industry remains a vital part of the local economy and identity. Here, 'fischen' isn't just a hobby; it’s a profession discussed in news reports about quotas, sustainability, and maritime law. In central and southern Germany, you're more likely to hear it in the context of weekend leisure at the numerous lakes and rivers, though as mentioned, 'angeln' might dominate the casual conversation.

In the Media: News segments regarding the environment often use 'Überfischung' (overfishing) to describe the state of the world's oceans. You might also hear 'fischen' in political metaphors, describing politicians 'fishing' for votes (nach Wählerstimmen fischen).
In Literature and Idioms: German literature often uses the imagery of fishing to represent patience or the search for deeper meaning. Idioms like 'im Trüben fischen' are staples of editorial writing and sophisticated conversation to describe murky dealings.
Daily Life and Household: You'll hear it used practically when someone is trying to retrieve something lost. 'Ich muss den Schlüssel aus dem Gulli fischen' (I have to fish the key out of the drain). It implies a bit of a struggle and a blind search.

Die Nachrichten berichten heute über die Gefahr, die Meere zu überfischen.

In der Politik wird oft nach billigen Stimmen gefischt.

Whether it's a child 'fishing' for a toy in a toy box or a scientist 'fishing' for data points in a massive dataset, the word is ubiquitous. It bridges the gap between the ancient, physical world of the sea and the modern, abstract world of information and social maneuvering. When you hear the word, pay attention to whether the speaker is looking for something tangible (a fish, a key) or intangible (support, information, praise).

For English speakers, the most frequent pitfall when using fischen is failing to distinguish it from its synonym angeln. While English uses 'to fish' for almost every scenario, German is more precise. If you tell a German friend you went 'fischen' at the lake with your new rod, they will understand you, but it might sound like you were using commercial nets or participating in a large-scale operation. Another common mistake involves the misuse of prepositions and the resulting cases.

Fischen vs. Angeln: Mistake: 'Ich fische gerne am Wochenende.' (I like to fish on weekends). Correction: Use 'angeln' for rod-and-line fishing. Use 'fischen' for the general concept or professional fishing.
Preposition Confusion: Mistake: 'Ich fische für meine Schlüssel.' (I'm fishing for my keys). Correction: Use 'nach' + dative: 'Ich fische nach meinen Schlüsseln.' The preposition 'für' is rarely used with fischen.
Conjugation Errors: Mistake: 'Er hat gefoschen.' (Incorrect strong conjugation). Correction: 'Er hat gefischt.' Fischen is a weak verb and does not change its stem vowel in the past tense.

Falsch: Wir fischen nach Komplimente. Richtig: Wir fischen nach Komplimenten (Dativ Plural).

Finally, be careful with the word 'Fischer' (fisherman) versus 'Angler' (angler). If you are talking to someone about their hobby, call them an 'Angler'. Calling a hobbyist a 'Fischer' is like calling someone who gardens for fun a 'commercial farmer'. It's not offensive, but it's linguistically 'off'. Always remember that 'fischen' implies a broader, often more functional or metaphorical scope than the specific, leisurely 'angeln'.

To truly master fischen, you must understand its neighbors in the German vocabulary. Depending on the context—whether you are catching a fish, searching for an object, or trying to get information—other verbs might be more precise. German is a language of precision, and selecting the right word can change the tone of your sentence from casual to professional or from literal to poetic.

Angeln vs. Fischen: 'Angeln' is used specifically for fishing with a hook (Angelhaken) and line (Angelschnur). It is the standard word for the hobby. 'Fischen' is the umbrella term that includes nets, traps, and professional industry.
Fangen: Meaning 'to catch'. While 'fischen' describes the activity, 'fangen' describes the successful result. 'Ich habe einen Fisch gefangen' (I caught a fish).
Herausholen / Heraussuchen: When 'fischen' is used metaphorically to mean 'getting something out of a bag', you can use 'herausholen' (to take out) or 'heraussuchen' (to pick out). 'Fischen' adds a sense of searching blindly.
Suchen: The general verb for 'to search'. 'Fischen nach' is a specific type of 'suchen' that implies reaching into something.

Statt zu fischen, können wir auch einfach einen Fisch im Supermarkt kaufen.

In summary, use angeln for your hobbies, fangen for your successes, suchen for your general searches, and reserve fischen for the activity of the sea, the systematic gathering of aquatic life, or those moments when you are blindly reaching for something in the depths of a bag, a pocket, or a conversation.

How Formal Is It?

حقيقة ممتعة

The root is Proto-Indo-European '*pisk-', which also gave rise to the Latin 'piscis'.

دليل النطق

UK /ˈfɪʃn̩/

US /ˈfɪʃən/

The stress is on the first syllable: FISH-en.

يتقافى مع

mischen zwischen tischen wischen erfrischen entwischen zischt erwischt

أخطاء شائعة

Pronouncing the 'i' as a long 'ee' (like 'feechen').
Over-emphasizing the final 'en' instead of making it a short, neutral sound.
Confusing the 'sch' with a soft 'ch' sound.

مستوى الصعوبة

القراءة 2/5

Very easy to recognize due to English cognate 'fish'.

الكتابة 2/5

Regular weak verb conjugation makes it simple to write.

التحدث 3/5

Easy, but must remember to use 'angeln' for hobbies to sound natural.

الاستماع 2/5

Distinct 'sch' sound makes it easy to identify in speech.

ماذا تتعلّم بعد ذلك

المتطلبات الأساسية

der Fisch das Wasser gehen sehen haben

تعلّم لاحقاً

angeln der Fischer das Netz der See das Meer

متقدم

Überfischung nachhaltig die Quote die Fischerei der Fang

قواعد يجب معرفتها

Weak Verb Conjugation

fischen - fischte - gefischt

Preposition 'nach' + Dative

Ich fische nach dem (Dativ) Schlüssel.

Preposition 'aus' + Dative

Ich fische es aus dem (Dativ) Wasser.

Auxiliary Verb 'haben'

Ich habe (nicht bin) gefischt.

Separable Verbs

herausfischen: Ich fische den Stein heraus.

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أمثلة حسب المستوى

Ich fische im See.

I fish in the lake.

Present tense, first person singular.

Fischst du gerne?

Do you like to fish?

Question form, second person singular.

Der Mann fischt.

The man fishes.

Third person singular.

Wir fischen heute nicht.

We are not fishing today.

Negation with 'nicht'.

Fischt ihr am Fluss?

Are you (plural) fishing at the river?

Second person plural question.

Sie fischen viele Fische.

They fish many fish.

Third person plural with direct object.

Das Kind fischt im Wasser.

The child fishes in the water.

Neuter subject.

Ich möchte fischen.

I want to fish.

Modal verb 'möchten' + infinitive.

Gestern fischte ich den ganzen Tag.

Yesterday I fished all day.

Simple past (Präteritum).

Er hat einen großen Fisch gefischt.

He caught (fished) a big fish.

Present perfect (Perfekt).

Wir fischten zusammen am Wochenende.

We fished together on the weekend.

Simple past, first person plural.

Sie fischt nach ihrem Schlüssel in der Tasche.

She is fishing for her key in the bag.

Figurative use with 'nach' + dative.

Hast du schon mal im Meer gefischt?

Have you ever fished in the sea?

Perfect tense question.

Mein Opa fischte früher sehr oft.

My grandpa used to fish very often.

Simple past, habitual action.

Wir fischen Forellen für das Abendessen.

We are fishing for trout for dinner.

Transitive use with direct object.

Kannst du den Ball aus dem Wasser fischen?

Can you fish the ball out of the water?

Modal verb 'können' + 'aus' + dative.

Es ist verboten, in diesem Naturschutzgebiet zu fischen.

It is forbidden to fish in this nature reserve.

Infinitive with 'zu'.

Hör auf, ständig nach Komplimenten zu fischen!

Stop constantly fishing for compliments!

Idiomatic use, imperative + 'zu' infinitive.

Die Fischer fischen nachhaltig, um die Bestände zu schonen.

The fishermen fish sustainably to protect the stocks.

Adverbial use 'nachhaltig'.

Während wir fischten, fing es an zu regnen.

While we were fishing, it started to rain.

Subordinate clause with 'während'.

Er fischt Informationen aus den alten Akten.

He is fishing information out of the old files.

Metaphorical use for data gathering.

Wir fischen heute mit einem großen Netz.

We are fishing with a large net today.

Prepositional phrase 'mit einem Netz'.

Sie hat die Münze vorsichtig aus dem Brunnen gefischt.

She carefully fished the coin out of the fountain.

Perfect tense with adverb 'vorsichtig'.

Man fischte früher viel öfter in diesem Fluss.

People used to fish in this river much more often.

Impersonal 'man' + Präteritum.

Die Industrie fischt die Meere leer, was ein großes Problem ist.

Industry is fishing the oceans empty, which is a big problem.

Resultative adjective 'leer fischen'.

Politiker fischen oft am rechten Rand nach Stimmen.

Politicians often fish for votes on the far right.

Political metaphor.

Es ist schwer, in so trübem Wasser erfolgreich zu fischen.

It is hard to fish successfully in such murky water.

Adjective 'trüb' in dative.

Wir fischten stundenlang, ohne etwas zu fangen.

We fished for hours without catching anything.

Conjunction 'ohne...zu'.

Das Unternehmen versucht, in neuen Märkten zu fischen.

The company is trying to fish in new markets.

Business metaphor.

Er fischt nach Gründen für sein Scheitern.

He is fishing for reasons for his failure.

Abstract metaphorical use.

Die Fischer fischten die ganze Nacht hindurch.

The fishermen fished throughout the whole night.

Postposition 'hindurch'.

Wurde in diesem See schon jemals professionell gefischt?

Has this lake ever been fished professionally?

Passive voice in perfect tense.

Er liebt es, im Trüben zu fischen und von Krisen zu profitieren.

He loves fishing in muddy waters and profiting from crises.

Advanced idiom 'im Trüben fischen'.

Die Regierung fischt nach Lösungen für die Wirtschaftskrise.

The government is fishing for solutions to the economic crisis.

Metaphorical search for abstract concepts.

Indem sie nach Komplimenten fischt, offenbart sie ihre Unsicherheit.

By fishing for compliments, she reveals her insecurity.

Subordinate clause with 'indem'.

Die Fischer fischten bis zur Erschöpfung.

The fishermen fished until exhaustion.

Prepositional phrase 'bis zur Erschöpfung'.

Man muss die Fakten mühsam aus dem Text fischen.

One has to laboriously fish the facts out of the text.

Adverb 'mühsam' + 'aus' + dative.

Das Gesetz regelt, wer wo fischen darf.

The law regulates who is allowed to fish where.

Indirect question as object clause.

Die Vögel fischen geschickt kleine Fische aus der Luft.

The birds skillfully fish small fish out of the air (water).

Extended meaning for animals.

Sie fischten nach dem rettenden Strohhalm.

They were fishing for the saving straw (clutching at straws).

Idiomatic metaphorical use.

In den Tiefen der Geschichte zu fischen, erfordert Geduld.

Fishing in the depths of history requires patience.

Highly abstract metaphor.

Das Werk fischt in den Abgründen der menschlichen Seele.

The work fishes in the abysses of the human soul.

Literary metaphor.

Trotz des Sturms fischten sie weiter, getrieben von schierer Not.

Despite the storm, they continued fishing, driven by sheer necessity.

Concessive preposition 'trotz' + genitive.

Die Frage bleibt, ob wir jemals nachhaltig fischen werden.

The question remains whether we will ever fish sustainably.

Future tense in a 'whether' clause.

Er fischt nach Worten, um sein Entsetzen auszudrücken.

He is fishing for words to express his horror.

Idiom for struggling to speak.

Die Fischer fischten einst in diesen nun toten Gewässern.

Fishermen once fished in these now dead waters.

Adverb 'einst' for historical context.

Sie fischten nach Anerkennung in einer Welt, die sie ignorierte.

They fished for recognition in a world that ignored them.

Sociological metaphor.

Das Gedicht fischte nach den verlorenen Träumen der Kindheit.

The poem fished for the lost dreams of childhood.

Poetic use.

تلازمات شائعة

frisch gefischt

nach Komplimenten fischen

im Trüben fischen

nach Informationen fischen

professionell fischen

nachhaltig fischen

im See fischen

aus dem Wasser fischen

mit dem Netz fischen

nach Luft fischen

العبارات الشائعة

fischen gehen

— To go fishing as an activity.

Wollen wir morgen fischen gehen?

etwas aus der Tasche fischen

— To rummage and find something in a bag.

Sie fischte ihr Handy aus der Tasche.

nach Worten fischen

— To struggle to find the right thing to say.

Er fischte verlegen nach Worten.

in fremden Revieren fischen

— To intrude on someone else's territory or business.

Die Konkurrenz fischt in unseren Revieren.

nach Aufmerksamkeit fischen

— To try to get noticed by others.

Er fischt ständig nach Aufmerksamkeit.

nach Stimmen fischen

— To try to gain votes (politically).

Die Parteien fischen nach Stimmen.

einen Fisch fischen

— To catch a fish (tautological but used).

Ich habe einen großen Fisch gefischt.

im Brunnen fischen

— To try to retrieve something from a well.

Wir fischten den Eimer aus dem Brunnen.

nach Antworten fischen

— To search for answers in a vague way.

Sie fischt nach Antworten in ihrem Gedächtnis.

leer fischen

— To deplete a body of water of its fish.

Die Meere werden leer gefischt.

يُخلط عادةً مع

fischen vs angeln

Angeln is for rod/hook (hobby); fischen is general/professional.

fischen vs fangen

Fangen is the result (to catch); fischen is the activity.

fischen vs Phishing

Phishing is the English loanword for cybercrime; pronounced the same.

تعبيرات اصطلاحية

"Im Trüben fischen"

— To take advantage of a confused or unclear situation.

Während des Chaos fischten einige Betrüger im Trüben.

figurative

"Nach Komplimenten fischen"

— To say something bad about oneself to get praise.

Hör auf zu sagen, du bist hässlich; du fischst nur nach Komplimenten.

informal

"In fremden Gewässern fischen"

— To act in an area where one has no right or expertise.

Der neue Manager fischt in fremden Gewässern.

metaphorical

"Nach dem rettenden Strohhalm fischen"

— To desperately look for a way out of a bad situation.

Er fischt nach dem rettenden Strohhalm, um seine Firma zu retten.

literary

"Nach Luft fischen"

— To gasp for air, like a fish out of water.

Nach dem Sprint fischte er nach Luft.

descriptive

"Nach Worten fischen"

— To be unable to find the right expression.

In der Prüfung fischte er verzweifelt nach Worten.

neutral

"Petri Heil!"

— Traditional fisherman's greeting (wishing a good catch).

Petri Heil! Hast du schon etwas gefangen?

traditional

"Den dicksten Fisch fischen"

— To get the best prize or result.

Er hat mit dem neuen Vertrag den dicksten Fisch gefischt.

informal

"Nach Beifall fischen"

— To do things just to get applause/approval.

Der Schauspieler fischt nur nach Beifall.

critical

"Einen Fisch aus dem Wasser fischen"

— To perform a simple or obvious task (rare/ironic).

Das war so einfach wie einen Fisch aus dem Wasser zu fischen.

informal

سهل الخلط

fischen vs angeln

Both mean 'to fish' in English.

Angeln is specific to the tool (rod), fischen is the general act or industry.

Ich angle am See, aber die Fischer fischen auf dem Meer.

fischen vs wischen

Sounds very similar (rhyme).

Wischen means 'to wipe'.

Ich wische den Tisch, nachdem ich gefischt habe.

fischen vs mischen

Sounds very similar (rhyme).

Mischen means 'to mix'.

Ich mische die Karten, während er fischt.

fischen vs erwischen

Contains 'wischen' but sounds like 'fischen'.

Erwischen means 'to catch/bust someone'.

Die Polizei hat ihn beim Schwarzfischen erwischt.

fischen vs zwischen

Sounds similar (rhyme).

Zwischen is a preposition meaning 'between'.

Zwischen den Booten fischen wir.

أنماط الجُمل

Ich fische [Location].

Ich fische im See.

Ich habe [Object] gefischt.

Ich habe einen Fisch gefischt.

Hör auf, nach [Dative] zu fischen.

Hör auf, nach Komplimenten zu fischen.

Ich fische [Object] aus [Dative].

Ich fische den Schlüssel aus dem Gulli.

Es wird [Adverb] gefischt.

Es wird hier nachhaltig gefischt.

Man fischt die Meere [Adjective] .

Man fischt die Meere leer.

Im Trüben fischen.

Er liebt es, im Trüben zu fischen.

In den Abgründen von [Genitive] fischen.

Er fischt in den Abgründen der Seele.

عائلة الكلمة

الأسماء

der Fisch

der Fischer

die Fischerei

das Fischen

der Fischfang

das Fischerboot

الأفعال

abfischen

ausfischen

überfischen

herausfischen

erfischen (rare)

الصفات

fischig

fischreich

überfischt

fischereilich

مرتبط

die Angel

das Netz

das Wasser

der See

das Meer

سجّل مجاناً لرؤية جميع الأمثلة

كيفية الاستخدام

frequency

High (common in both literal and metaphorical senses).

أخطاء شائعة

Ich bin gefischt. → Ich habe gefischt.
Fischen uses 'haben' as an auxiliary verb, not 'sein', because it is an activity, not a change of state or location in this sense.
Ich fische für Komplimente. → Ich fische nach Komplimenten.
The correct preposition for 'fishing for' in German is 'nach', not 'für'.
Er fischte einen Fisch mit seiner Angel. → Er angelte einen Fisch.
While 'fischen' is technically correct, 'angeln' is much more natural when a rod (Angel) is mentioned.
Ich habe gefoschen. → Ich habe gefischt.
Fischen is a weak verb and does not change its stem vowel in the perfect tense.
Die Meere sind übergefangen. → Die Meere sind überfischt.
The correct term for overfishing is 'überfischt', not a variation of 'fangen'.

نصائح

Weak Verb Alert

Fischen is a weak verb. This is great because it follows the standard pattern: fischen, fischte, gefischt. No need to memorize irregular stem changes!

Angeln vs. Fischen

If you have a rod in your hand, say 'Ich angle'. If you are talking about the industry or searching in your bag, say 'Ich fische'. This simple distinction makes you sound much more native.

Compliment Trap

Use 'nach Komplimenten fischen' when someone is clearly looking for praise. It's a very common and useful social expression in Germany.

The 'Nach' Rule

Whenever you use 'fischen' to mean 'searching for', use the preposition 'nach'. Remember that 'nach' always takes the dative case! 'Ich fische nach dem (not den) Schlüssel.'

Petri Heil!

If you see someone fishing in Germany, say 'Petri Heil!'. It's the traditional greeting and will surely earn you a friendly 'Petri Dank!' in return.

Blind Searching

Use 'fischen' when you are searching for something you can't see, like reaching into a dark bag or a deep pocket. It perfectly describes that 'blind' reaching feeling.

Herausfischen

The separable verb 'herausfischen' is very common for 'fishing something out'. 'Ich fische das Haar aus der Suppe.' (I'm fishing the hair out of the soup).

Überfischen

In discussions about the environment, 'Überfischung' is a key term. It’s a great word to use in B2/C1 level essays or discussions about sustainability.

Fischer- Compounds

Many words start with 'Fischer-', like Fischerboot (fishing boat) or Fischernetz (fishing net). They are very logical and easy to build.

Daily Action

Next time you look for your keys in your bag, say to yourself: 'Ich fische nach meinem Schlüssel.' It's a perfect way to practice the metaphorical use.

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وسيلة تذكّر

Think of the English word 'fish'. To turn it into a German verb, just add '-en' to make 'fischen'. It's one of the easiest cognates!

ربط بصري

Imagine a fisherman with a net pulling a giant 'F' shaped fish out of the water.

Word Web

Fisch Wasser Netz Boot Fischer See Meer Angeln

تحدٍّ

Try to use 'fischen' in a sentence about finding your keys in your bag today.

أصل الكلمة

Derived from the Middle High German 'fischen' and Old High German 'fiskōn'.

المعنى الأصلي: To catch fish.

Germanic, related to English 'fish' and Dutch 'vissen'.

السياق الثقافي

Be aware of environmental concerns; 'Überfischung' is a sensitive topic in German ecological discussions.

In English, 'to fish' is used for both rods and nets. In German, remember to use 'angeln' for rods to avoid sounding like a commercial trawler.

Der Fischer und seine Frau (The Fisherman and his Wife) - Brothers Grimm fairy tale. Petri Heil - The traditional greeting. Hamburger Fischmarkt - A cultural landmark.

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سياقات واقعية

Hobby/Leisure

Gehen wir fischen?
Hast du einen Angelschein?
Wo kann man hier gut fischen?
Ich habe nichts gefischt.

Searching for items

Ich fische nach dem Schlüssel.
Aus der Tasche fischen.
Etwas aus dem Wasser fischen.
Lange fischen müssen.

Social/Idiomatic

Nach Komplimenten fischen.
Im Trüben fischen.
Nach Aufmerksamkeit fischen.
Nach Worten fischen.

Industry/Environment

Die Meere überfischen.
Nachhaltig fischen.
Professionelle Fischerei.
Frisch gefischt.

Nature/Animals

Der Bär fischt Lachse.
Vögel fischen im Wasser.
Fische fischen (rare).
Im Bach fischen.

بدايات محادثة

"Warst du schon mal in Deutschland fischen?"

"Welche Fische kann man in diesem Fluss fischen?"

"Findest du es okay, wenn Menschen nach Komplimenten fischen?"

"Was ist das Seltsamste, das du jemals aus einer Tasche gefischt hast?"

"Glaubst du, dass wir die Meere zu sehr leer fischen?"

مواضيع للكتابة اليومية

Beschreibe einen Tag, an dem du fischen warst oder gehen würdest.

Warum fischen manche Menschen nach Komplimenten? Ist das nervig?

Was bedeutet der Ausdruck 'im Trüben fischen' für dich persönlich?

Stell dir vor, du fischst eine Flaschenpost aus dem Meer. Was steht darin?

Diskutiere die Vor- und Nachteile der professionellen Fischerei.

الأسئلة الشائعة

10 أسئلة

Yes, you can, but 'angeln' is much more common for hobby fishing with a rod. If you use 'fischen', people might think you are using a net or doing it professionally.

It is a perfectly regular (weak) verb. The forms are fischen, fischte, gefischt. No vowel changes occur.

It's an idiom meaning to take advantage of a messy or unclear situation for one's own benefit. Like a fisherman catching more fish when the water is stirred up and the fish can't see the net.

You always use 'haben'. For example: 'Ich habe gefischt.' (I have fished).

A 'Fischer' is usually a professional fisherman, while an 'Angler' is someone who fishes as a hobby with a rod and line.

It is 'nach Komplimenten fischen'. It uses the preposition 'nach' followed by the dative case.

Yes, animals like bears or birds can 'fischen' when they are catching fish from a river or the sea.

It means 'to overfish'. It's used when too many fish are taken from the water, making it hard for the population to recover.

Germans use the English loanword 'Phishing' for email scams, but the underlying concept is the same as the metaphorical 'fischen' (casting a bait).

It means to gasp for air or struggle to breathe, comparing the person to a fish out of water.

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