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fish tank

[ ˈfɪʃ tæŋk ]

Noun

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aquarium

A fish tank is a container filled with water where fish and other aquatic animals are kept as pets. It is typically made of glass or acrylic and can vary in size from small tanks for a few fish to large tanks for more exotic species.

Synonyms

aquarium, fish bowl.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
fish tank	This term is generally used to describe a simple, clear container designed to house fish. It can come in various sizes and shapes, and it might not have elaborate decorations or equipment. He cleaned the fish tank to make sure the water was clear We bought a new fish tank for the living room
aquarium	An aquarium typically refers to a more complex system designed for keeping fish and other aquatic creatures. It usually includes filtration, lighting, and sometimes plants and other decorations. This term can also refer to public places where aquatic animals are kept for exhibition. She has a beautiful aquarium with colorful fish and live plants We visited the aquarium to see the sharks and jellyfish
fish bowl	A fish bowl is a small, round container, often used for keeping one or a few small fish. It usually doesn't have any filters or equipment, making it a simpler and more basic option compared to a fish tank or aquarium. He kept a goldfish in a small fish bowl on his desk The fish bowl needed to be cleaned more frequently because it didn't have a filter

Word

Description / Examples

fish tank

This term is generally used to describe a simple, clear container designed to house fish. It can come in various sizes and shapes, and it might not have elaborate decorations or equipment.

He cleaned the fish tank to make sure the water was clear
We bought a new fish tank for the living room

aquarium

An aquarium typically refers to a more complex system designed for keeping fish and other aquatic creatures. It usually includes filtration, lighting, and sometimes plants and other decorations. This term can also refer to public places where aquatic animals are kept for exhibition.

She has a beautiful aquarium with colorful fish and live plants
We visited the aquarium to see the sharks and jellyfish

fish bowl

A fish bowl is a small, round container, often used for keeping one or a few small fish. It usually doesn't have any filters or equipment, making it a simpler and more basic option compared to a fish tank or aquarium.

He kept a goldfish in a small fish bowl on his desk
The fish bowl needed to be cleaned more frequently because it didn't have a filter

Examples of usage

The fish tank in the living room is home to a variety of colorful tropical fish.
She spent hours cleaning the fish tank to ensure the water was crystal clear.
I need to buy a new filter for the fish tank to keep the water clean and healthy.

Translations

Translations of the word "fish tank" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aquário

🇮🇳 मछलीघर

🇩🇪 Aquarium

🇮🇩 akuarium

🇺🇦 акваріум

🇵🇱 akwarium

🇯🇵 水槽

🇫🇷 aquarium

🇪🇸 acuario

🇹🇷 akvaryum

🇰🇷 수조

🇸🇦 حوض السمك

🇨🇿 akvárium

🇸🇰 akvárium

🇨🇳 鱼缸

🇸🇮 akvarij

🇮🇸 fiskabúr

🇰🇿 аквариум

🇬🇪 აქვარიუმი

🇦🇿 akvarium

🇲🇽 acuario

Etymology

The term 'fish tank' originated in the mid-19th century, derived from the combination of 'fish' referring to aquatic animals and 'tank' meaning a container or reservoir for holding liquids. Initially used for scientific research and displaying exotic species, fish tanks later became popular as household decorations and pets.