craftsman
word
Definition
A person who makes things by hand with skill, especially as a job or art; someone highly skilled in a craft.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to men, but often used for any highly skilled maker (sometimes 'craftsperson' is used for gender neutrality). Common in contexts like woodworking, pottery, jewelry. More traditional and professional than 'hobbyist' or 'DIYer'.
Spanish: artesano - artesanaPortuguese (BR): artesão - artesãPortuguese (PT): artesão - artesãChinese (Simplified): 工匠 - 手艺人Chinese (Traditional): 工匠 - 手藝人Hindi: कारीगरArabic: حِرَفيBengali: কারিগর - শিল্পী (হস্তশিল্পী)Russian: ремесленник - мастерJapanese: 職人Vietnamese: thợ thủ côngKorean: 장인Turkish: zanaatkâr - ustaUrdu: ہنر مند - دستکارIndonesian: pengrajin
Example Sentences
The craftsman built a beautiful wooden chair.
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A craftsman uses special tools to make pottery.
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My father is a talented craftsman.
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Each craftsman at the market has their own unique style.
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You can tell a true craftsman by the attention to detail in their work.
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These bowls were handmade by a local craftsman.
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