Synonyms for

Craftsmen

Verb / ˈkræftsmen / / ˈkræfsmen / Another word for craftsmen — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

skilled workers who make things by hand or using tools

Synonyms & similar words

crafter craftsman artificer journeyman artisan artisans makers builders creators craftspeople craftswomen fabricators handicrafters manufacturers producers tradesmen workmen craftspersons craftsfolk handymen artificers smiths welders carpenters

Synonyms by register

Formal

artisan master expert professional

Informal

maker builder handyman doer

Literary

adept virtuoso proficient

Antonyms

amateur novice beginner unskilled layperson dabbler

Common collocations

  • skilled craftsmen
  • master craftsmen
  • local craftsmen
  • talented craftsmen
  • craftsmen and women
  • craftsmen's tools
  • craftsmen's guild

Word family

noun craftsmanship
verb craft
adjective crafty

Usage note

Craftsmen typically refers to individuals skilled in a manual art or trade. It can sometimes imply a higher level of skill or artistry than a general 'worker'.

Example sentences

  1. The craftsmen built a beautiful house using their skills.
  2. The craftsmen used their tools to make a wooden chair.
  3. The craftsmen carved a statue out of stone.
  4. The glass craftsmen made a beautiful vase.
  5. The jewelry craftsmen created a unique necklace.

Quotes

  • The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra effort put forth by the craftsmen.
  • A good craftsman never blames his tools.
  • Craftsmen are the unsung heroes of society.

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