The term "pigman" can be substituted with a variety of synonyms depending on the context. Encountering this word in a literature piece may refer to a character who is part pig and part human, also known as a "hogoblin" or a "swineherd." In a less fictional setting, "pig farmer," "swine producer," or "hog raiser" may be used. In a derogatory sense, "pig" or "hoggish" can replace "pigman" to describe a person who is gluttonous or behaves abusively. Depending on the language and location, there are different words to convey similar meanings such as "porquero" in Spanish or "fuuki" in Japanese.