Translation guide
A person who fishes with a rod and line, typically as a hobby or sport. In Japanese, the most common word is 釣り師, but other terms exist depending on context.
Referring to someone who enjoys fishing as a hobby or sport, using a rod and line.
The most direct and common translation for 'angler'. It implies a person who fishes, often with some skill or dedication.
He is an avid angler.
A slightly more literary or formal term for a person who fishes. Often used in written contexts or signs.
This river is popular with anglers.
A loanword from English, used in fishing magazines or among enthusiasts. Sounds technical or trendy.
I bought a magazine for anglers.
Referring to someone who makes a living by fishing, typically with a rod and line, though this is less common than commercial net fishing.
General term for a fisherman, including those who use nets or other methods. Can be used for an angler who fishes commercially, but it's broader.
His father is a fisherman.
Specifically a fisherman who uses a rod and line for commercial purposes. Less common than 漁師.
There are a few angler-fishermen in that village.
Metaphorically, an angler is someone who uses bait or enticement to achieve a goal, often in a cunning way.
There is no direct figurative equivalent. You might say 釣りをする人のように (like an angler) and explain the context, or use a different metaphor like 餌で釣る (to lure with bait).
He skillfully asked questions like an angler to extract information.
釣り師 is the most common and neutral term for an angler. 釣り人 is slightly more formal or literary, often seen in written Japanese. アングラー is a loanword used in niche fishing communities or media, and may sound affected in everyday conversation.
He showed his skill as an angler.
Anglers' manners are becoming an issue.
An event where anglers gather.