Craftsmanship

Pronunciation: /ˈkræftsmənˌʃɪp/

Definitions of craftsmanship

noun the quality of being skilled in a particular craft or trade

Example Sentences

A1 The craftsmanship of the handmade pottery is beautiful.

A2 I admire the craftsmanship of the wooden furniture in this shop.

B1 The craftsmanship of the jewelry maker is evident in every piece.

B2 The craftsmanship of the master carpenter is unmatched in this town.

C1 The level of craftsmanship in this antique clock is exceptional.

C2 The craftsmanship of the artist is evident in every brushstroke of the painting.

Examples of craftsmanship in a Sentence

formal The level of craftsmanship displayed in this handcrafted furniture is truly remarkable.

informal I always admire the craftsmanship of that local artist's pottery.

slang Check out the sick craftsmanship on this custom-built skateboard!

figurative Her storytelling ability has a craftsmanship that captivates the audience.

Grammatical Forms of craftsmanship

• plural: craftsmanships
• comparative: more craftsmanship
• superlative: most craftsmanship
• present tense: craftsmanship
• future tense: will craftsmanship
• perfect tense: has craftsmanship
• continuous tense: is craftsmanship
• singular: craftsmanship
• positive degree: craftsmanship
• infinitive: to craftsmanship
• gerund: craftsmanship
• participle: craftsmanship

Origin and Evolution of craftsmanship

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'craftsmanship' originated from the combination of 'craftsman' and 'ship', referring to the skill or quality of a craftsman's work.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'craftsmanship' has come to encompass not just the skill of a craftsman, but also the overall quality and artistry of a piece of work.