Craftsmanship is the skill that someone uses when they make beautiful things with their hands.
It is easy to appreciate the craftsmanship of Armani. [+ of]
2. uncountable noun
Craftsmanship is the quality that something has when it is beautiful and has been very carefullymade.
His canoes are known for their style, fine detail and craftsmanship.
Synonyms: workmanship, technique, expertise, mastery More Synonyms of craftsmanship
Examples of 'craftsmanship' in a sentence
craftsmanship
The details of worldly craftsmanship are explored in the context of the wider universe.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
Chinese art during the classical period was largely decorative, stressing careful detail and craftsmanship.
Stearns, Peter N. World History: Patterns of Change and Continuity (1995)
None is cheap, but they are examples of fine craftsmanship and beauty.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
And so quality and craftsmanship are important: people are looking for something more.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
They continue to embrace contemporary style, but with the skill and craftsmanship of their forefathers very much in mind.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
Why not let a piece of fine British craftsmanship become the magic lamp that conjures up memories of this jubilee?
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
I like great details, great craftsmanship.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
A large part of the process relies on the craftsmanship, skill and knowledge of the workers.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
This Crafts Council exhibition examines notions of luxury and fine craftsmanship.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
While his designs still reflected his use of the brazen colours and fine craftsmanship of Bollywood costumes, the kitsch element was more restrained than in previous collections.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
In other languages
craftsmanship
British English: craftsmanship NOUN
Craftsmanship is the skill that someone uses when they make beautiful things with their hands.
It is easy to appreciate the craftsmanship of this designer.
American English: craftsmanship
Brazilian Portuguese: perícia
Chinese: 手艺
European Spanish: destreza
French: métier
German: Handwerkskunst
Italian: maestria
Japanese: 技能
Korean: 장인의 솜씨
European Portuguese: perícia
Latin American Spanish: destreza
Chinese translation of 'craftsmanship'
craftsmanship
(ˈkrɑːftsmənʃɪp)
n(u)
工艺(藝)技巧 (gōngyì jìqiǎo)
(noun)
His carvings are known for their style, detail and craftsmanship.
Synonyms
workmanship
a carpenter who prided himself on the quality of his workmanship
technique
He went abroad to improve his tennis technique.
expertise
the lack of management expertise within the company
mastery
He demonstrated his mastery of political manoeuvring.
artistry
his artistry as a cellist
Additional synonyms
in the sense of artistry
Definition
great skill
his artistry as a cellist
Synonyms
skill,
art,
style,
taste,
talent,
craft,
genius,
creativity,
touch,
flair,
brilliance,
sensibility,
accomplishment,
mastery,
finesse,
craftsmanship,
proficiency,
virtuosity,
workmanship,
artistic ability
in the sense of expertise
Definition
special skill, knowledge, or judgment
the lack of management expertise within the company
Synonyms
skill,
knowledge,
know-how (informal),
facility,
grip,
craft,
judgment,
grasp,
mastery,
knack,
proficiency,
dexterity,
cleverness,
deftness,
adroitness,
aptness,
expertness,
knowing inside out,
ableness,
masterliness,
skilfulness
in the sense of mastery
Definition
outstanding skill or expertise
He demonstrated his mastery of political manoeuvring.