fishes
word · lemma: fish
Definition
Plural form of 'fish' used to refer to different species or types of fish, especially in scientific or academic contexts.
Usage & Nuances
Use 'fishes' when talking about more than one species of fish; 'fish' is the usual plural for several individual fish of the same kind. 'Fishes' sounds formal or scientific. Don't say 'fishes' for everyday counting at the market or dinner.
Example Sentences
The scientist studies different fishes in the river.
basic
There are many fishes in the sea.
basic
She loves learning about tropical fishes.
basic
Marine biologists discovered three new fishes near the coral reef.
natural
We can see many colorful fishes at the aquarium, each from a different part of the world.
natural
Unlike most fish, some fishes can breathe air and live outside water for a while.
natural