The Spanish word 'pescador' meaning 'fisherman' comes from the Latin word 'piscator', which also meant 'fisherman'. This Latin term was derived from the verb 'piscari' meaning 'to fish', which in turn came from the Latin noun 'piscis' meaning 'fish'. The evolution from Latin to Spanish shows typical sound changes, where the Latin 'pisc-' became 'pesc-' in Spanish.

Several common Spanish words share this etymology and can help you remember 'pescador'. The most basic is 'pez' (fish), and the related verb 'pescar' (to fish). You'll also find 'pescado' (fish - specifically as food). All these words share the 'pesc-' root relating to fish.

While English 'fisher' or 'fisherman' comes from Germanic roots rather than Latin, there are some English words that share the Latin 'pisc-' root. These include 'piscine' (relating to fish), 'piscivorous' (fish-eating), and 'pisces' (the astrological sign of the fish). These scientific and astronomical terms entered English through Latin.