noun · neutral

craftsmanship

UK/ˈkrɑːftsmənʃɪp/US/ˈkræftsmənʃɪp/CRAFTS·man·ship

Band 6-7task2speaking

the skill and quality shown in making something by hand

Examples

The craftsmanship of the furniture was obvious in every detail.

Handmade goods often command higher prices because of superior craftsmanship.

She prides herself on the craftsmanship that goes into each piece.

Band 8 sentence

The resurgence of handmade products reflects a renewed appreciation for craftsmanship in a mass-produced world.

Collocations

  • superior craftsmanship
  • handmade craftsmanship
  • show craftsmanship

Word family

craft noun / verbcraftsman nouncraftsmanship nouncrafty adjective

Common mistakes

He has a good craftsmanshipHe is a skilled craftsman / His craftsmanship is good

This product have high craftsmanshipThis product has high-quality craftsmanship / This product is well crafted

Say it for a higher band

5good quality6skilled work7+craftsmanship

Synonyms

skillfulness

artisanship

Easily confused

workmanship

The workmanship on the construction site was poor, causing delays.

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