noun · neutral
craftsmanship
/ˈkræftsmənʃɪp/CRAFT·sman·ship
the quality and skill shown in making things by hand or with care.
Examples
“The craftsmanship on that chair shows it was made by an experienced carpenter.”
“Traditional craftsmanship is valued for its attention to detail.”
“Good craftsmanship can make a simple product last for decades.”
Band 8 sentence
“The craftsmanship in those traditional ceramics is astonishing; each piece looks unique and meticulously finished.”
Collocations
- excellent craftsmanship
- traditional craftsmanship
Word family
Common mistakes
This product is craftsmanship.→This product shows excellent craftsmanship.
He is a craftsmanship.→He is a craftsman.
Say it for a higher band
5skill→6craft→7+craftsmanship
Synonyms
skill
Easily confused
craftsman
“The craftsman sanded the wood until it was perfectly smooth.”
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