漁師
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Noun meaning 'fisherman'. Refers to a person who catches fish as a profession. Example: 『彼は漁師です』 (kare wa ryōshi desu, 'He is a fisherman').
Theme
User is visiting a coastal town and meets Kenji, a local fisherman, at the harbor. They chat about Kenji's daily life and the fishing industry.
漁師
りょうし
fisherman
People & IdentityOccupations & Roles
Memory Hook
Picture a 'fisherman' casting a net — 'ryō' (漁) sounds like 'fishing' and 'shi' (師) means 'master'. 'Ryō-shi' → 漁師 (ryōshi, 'fisherman').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『漁師』 (ryōshi, 'fisherman') is a respected traditional occupation, especially in coastal areas. Fishing is integral to Japanese cuisine and culture, with festivals like 『漁師祭り』 (ryōshi matsuri, 'fisherman festival') celebrating this heritage.
Forms
Base: 漁師Noun meaning 'fisherman'. Refers to a person who catches fish as a profession. Example: 『彼は漁師です』 (kare wa ryōshi desu, 'He is a fisherman').