Ichthyologist Meaning in English

word

US

ˌɪkθiˈɑːlədʒɪst

ik-thee-AH-luh-jist

UK

ˌɪkθiˈɒlədʒɪst

ik-thee-OL-uh-jist

Definition

A scientist who studies fish, including their behavior, biology, and habitats.

Usage & Nuances

Formal, technical term used mainly in scientific or academic contexts. Not to be confused with 'marine biologist' (broader field) or 'fisherman' (person who catches fish). Usually refers to experts with advanced degrees.

• Spanish: ictiólogo
• Portuguese (BR): ictiólogo
• Portuguese (PT): ictiólogo
• Chinese (Simplified): 鱼类学家
• Chinese (Traditional): 魚類學家
• Hindi: मत्स्य-वैज्ञानिक
• Arabic: عالِم أسماك
• Bengali: ictiolojist - মাছবিজ্ঞানী
• Russian: ихтиолог
• Japanese: 魚類学者
• Vietnamese: nhà ngư học - nhà nghiên cứu cá
• Korean: 어류학자
• Turkish: ihtiyolog
• Urdu: ماہرِ علمِ اسماک
• Indonesian: iktiolog - ahli ikan

Example Sentences

An ichthyologist studies many types of fish.

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My uncle is an ichthyologist who works at a museum.

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The ichthyologist gave a talk about river fish.

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Ever since she was a kid, she dreamed of becoming an ichthyologist.

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If you love fish, maybe a career as an ichthyologist is for you.

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The aquarium called an ichthyologist to help with the sick fish.

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