angeln

The German word "angeln" is a verb that means "to fish" or "to angle". It refers specifically to the practice of fishing with a rod and line. The word is commonly associated with recreational fishing. Similar words in German include "fischen" (to fish in a more general sense) and "angelieren" (a casual or dialect form referring to angling).

The difference is that "fischen" can encompass various fishing methods, while "angeln" specifically refers to the method involving a fishing rod, indicating a more targeted activity with a sporting aspect.