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Meaning of "goldfish" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF GOLDFISH

goldfish  [ˈɡəʊldˌfɪʃ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF GOLDFISH

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Goldfish is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES GOLDFISH MEAN IN ENGLISH?

goldfish

Goldfish

The goldfish is a freshwater fish in the family Cyprinidae of order Cypriniformes. It was one of the earliest fish to be domesticated, and is one of the most commonly kept aquarium fish. A relatively small member of the carp family, the goldfish is a domesticated version of a less-colorful carp native to east Asia. It was first domesticated in China more than a thousand years ago, and several distinct breeds have since been developed. Goldfish breeds vary greatly in size, body shape, fin configuration and coloration.

Definition of goldfish in the English dictionary

The definition of goldfish in the dictionary is a freshwater cyprinid fish, Carassius auratus, of E Europe and Asia, esp China, widely introduced as a pond or aquarium fish. It resembles the carp and has a typically golden or orange-red coloration.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH GOLDFISH


blindfish
ˈblaɪndˌfɪʃ
blowfish
ˈbləʊˌfɪʃ
catfish
ˈkætˌfɪʃ
codfish
ˈkɒdˌfɪʃ
crawfish
ˈkrɔːˌfɪʃ
dealfish
ˈdiːlˌfɪʃ
groundfish
ˈɡraʊndˌfɪʃ
houndfish
ˈhaʊndˌfɪʃ
jellyfish
ˈdʒɛlɪˌfɪʃ
mudfish
ˈmʌdˌfɪʃ
redfish
ˈrɛdˌfɪʃ
sandfish
ˈsændˌfɪʃ
scaldfish
ˈskɔːldˌfɪʃ
shellfish
ˈʃɛlˌfɪʃ
spadefish
ˈspeɪdˌfɪʃ
starfish
ˈstɑːˌfɪʃ
studfish
ˈstʌdˌfɪʃ
swordfish
ˈsɔːdˌfɪʃ
toadfish
ˈtəʊdˌfɪʃ
whitefish
ˈwaɪtˌfɪʃ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE GOLDFISH

goldenly
goldenness
goldenrod
goldenseal
goldeye
goldfield
goldfinch
goldfinnies
goldfinny
goldfish bowl
goldilocks
Golding
goldish
goldless
Goldoni
Goldschmidt
goldsinnies
goldsinny
goldsize

WORDS THAT END LIKE GOLDFISH

baitfish
big fish
crayfish
drink like a fish
elfish
finfish
fish
flatfish
flowerhorn fish
flying fish
needlefish
oafish
red bandfish
river fish
selfish
stockfish
sunfish
triggerfish
unselfish
zebrafish

Synonyms and antonyms of goldfish in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «goldfish» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF GOLDFISH

Find out the translation of goldfish to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of goldfish from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «goldfish» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

金鱼
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

pececito rojo
570 millions of speakers

English

goldfish
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

सुनहरी
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

سَمَكٌ ذَهَبِيّ
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

золотая рыбка
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

peixe dourado
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

গোল্ডফিশ
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

poisson rouge
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Ikan emas
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Goldfisch
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

金魚
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

금붕어
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Ikan mas
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

cá vàng
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

தங்கமீன்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

सोनेरी मासा
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Akvaryum balığı
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

pesce rosso
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

złota rybka
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

золота рибка
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

caras auriu
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

χρυσόψαρο
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

goudvis
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

guldfisk
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

gullfisk
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of goldfish

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «GOLDFISH»

The term «goldfish» is quite widely used and occupies the 25.175 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «GOLDFISH» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about goldfish

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10 QUOTES WITH «GOLDFISH»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word goldfish.
1
Alan Alda
When I was about ten years old, I gave my teacher an April Fool's sandwich, which had a dead goldfish in it.
2
Graeme Base
I have pets, but they're the really ordinary sort - yellow Labrador, tabby cat, white rabbit, a few goldfish - that kind of stuff. Nothing very... extravagant or unusual or exotic, but I find, in terms of inspiration, Mother Nature is just it.
3
Kingman Brewster, Jr.
We all live in a televised goldfish bowl.
4
Chevy Chase
Parrots make great pets. They have more personality than goldfish.
5
Lefty Gomez
I've got a new invention. It's a revolving bowl for tired goldfish.
6
Fred Gwynne
When I was a teenager, I wanted to be a portrait painter. As I got to be older, I realized that as a portrait painter I wouldn't be able to support a goldfish.
7
Olivia Hussey
Performers are the neediest people in the world. Unless you've been in that goldfish bowl - nobody can judge unless they've worn those shoes.
8
Princess Margaret
I have as much privacy as a goldfish in a bowl.
9
Henri Matisse
I wouldn't mind turning into a vermilion goldfish.
10
Pola Negri
In the next shot the cameras zoomed to the fiancee who noticed the lights in the Czarina's room go out and the camera then turned to the pond where two goldfish were making love.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «GOLDFISH»

Discover the use of goldfish in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to goldfish and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Goldfish: Everything about Aquariums, Varieties, Care, ...
Presents information for pet owners on the selection and caring of gold fish. [back cover] Information and advice to help you take good care of your goldfish Typical goldfish: varieties, life cycles, traits, and much more Expert advice: ...
Marshall E. Ostrow, 2003
2
My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish
Suddenly a little light bulb went on . . . Frankie was a Big Fat Zombie Goldfish and somehow he’d hypnotized my best friend’s sister!’ Tom’s big brother is an Evil Scientist who wants to experiment on Tom's new goldfish, Frankie.
Mo O'Hara, 2013
3
Goldfish
THE STORY: A young man raises his father.
John Kolvenbach, 2010
4
Goldfish
Explains all about goldfish - how they swim, what they eat, how they breathe and answers the questions of young goldfish owners: Can they hear? Where are their ears? What are their fins for? How do the scales grow?
Herbert Spencer Zim, 1947
5
Goldfish
Every About Pets book contains a directory of internet sites where you can get on-goingnew information from trusted sources. About Pets: Goldfish also provides free access to anebook version for additional convenience.
Lisa K. Allen, About Pets, 2002
6
Goldfish
This book of animal facts focuses purely on Goldfish. The text touches on the areas of feeding, breathing and habitat needs.
Clive Harper, Beverley Randell, 1996
7
Fancy Goldfish: A Complete Guide to Care and Collections
With photographs, essays, and instructions from a variety of experts, this book will provide readers with all they need to embark on the fascinating hobby of raising fancy goldfish.
Erik L. Johnson, Richard E. Hess, 2001
8
Goldfish
Introduces goldfish, describing their physical characteristics and life cycle, and discussing how to set up and maintain an aquarium and care for the needs of pet goldfish.
Anita Ganeri, 2009
9
Goldfish: Your Happy Healthy Pet
With colorful photos, charts, and tables, this guide gives you information on: Choosing your goldfish Setting up and maintaining your aquarium The outdoor goldfish pond Feeding your goldfish Keeping your goldfish healthy
Gregory Skomal, PhD, 2007
10
The Shark and the Goldfish: Positive Ways to Thrive During ...
In the face of adversity and lean times, this is a business fable that reinforces a proven truth: You can't control the events in your life. But you can control how you respond and in turn this determines the outcome.
Jon Gordon, 2009

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «GOLDFISH»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term goldfish is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Goldfish
With the national news about the release of goldfish into Alberta lakes, we have the same problem here, including Otter Lake and other lakes. «Vernon Morning Star, Jul 15»
2
Mini Tornado Left Koi And Goldfish High And Dry in Dorset, UK
According to the Bournemouth Echo, the pond normally holds 3,000 gallons of water, along with around 60 koi carp and some goldfish, but that ... «The Inquisitr, Jul 15»
3
Goldfish soothe the soul at Art Aquarium event in Tokyo
Thousands of goldfish swimming in uniquely shaped tanks illuminated with colorful lighting are creating a mysterious yet soothing atmosphere ... «Asahi Shimbun, Jul 15»
4
Goldfish thieves' cruel blow to elderly Dalton widow
She said: “They're goldfish so they grow to the size of their tank. I would rather have given them away than have them stolen from me.”. «NW Evening Mail, Jul 15»
5
Newest aquatic invader: goldfish
Derek Herrin of the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks uses a seine net to catch goldfish in Foy's Lake on Thursday. (Aaric Bryan/Daily Inter Lake). «Daily Inter Lake, Jul 15»
6
Paw's Corner: Goldfish's sideways swimming is no stunt
I went to feed my goldfish, Sparks, this morning, and he was having trouble swimming. It's almost like he's swimming sideways. What's wrong ... «Shore News Today, Jul 15»
7
Man Who Swallowed Alive Goldfish Banned From Keeping Pets
The man from South Wales who swallowed the alive goldfish he won at a fairground stall has been fined 200 pounds. The whole act was video ... «International Business Times AU, Jul 15»
8
Utah boy working to end the use of goldfish bowls
11-year-old James Stewart is passionate about gold fish. He even started his own petition to ban goldfish bowls. His activism is now gaining the ... «Good4Utah, Jul 15»
9
Nyah! Nyah! How Goldfish Eluded Huge Predator for Years
A goldfish that was meant to be fish food found a hideout and lived in a tank with its predator for seven years, according to Japanese news ... «Yahoo News UK, Jul 15»
10
Goldfish swallower banned from keeping animals and fined
A Neath Port Talbot man has been banned from keeping animals after he was filmed swallowing a live goldfish. A video uploaded on Facebook ... «BBC News, Jul 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Goldfish [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/goldfish>. May 2024 ».
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