Cool MateMeaning of Craft
an activity involving a special skill at making things with your hands
In simple words: To make something with skill, usually by hand.
Craft in a sentence
- She learned the craft of pottery from a young age.
- The artisan took great pride in her craft.
- Woodworking is a craft that requires patience and skill.
- He worked as a craft brewer, making specialty beers.
- The fishing craft was docked at the harbor during the storm.
- Several craft boats sailed in the regatta last weekend.
How to use Craft
Commonly used in contexts involving handmade items or skilled activities. Less appropriate in casual conversations about non-artistic activities.
Grammar pattern
craft + object
Memory hint
Think of 'craft' as 'create with art' — both involve skillful making.
Related words
Collocations with Craft
Common mistakes with Craft
- Confused with 'draft' — they have different meanings.
- Using 'craft' as a noun without specifying the type (e.g., craft beer, crafting materials).
- Omitting the object when using 'craft' (e.g., saying 'I like to craft' instead of 'I like to craft jewelry').
Craft appears in
Craft in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
حرفة,صناعة يدوية
صنع شيء بمهارة، عادة باليد.
- Bengaliবাংলা
কারুশিল্প, হস্তশিল্প
দক্ষতার সাথে কিছু তৈরি করা, সাধারণত হাতে।
- GermanDeutsch
Handwerk, Kunsthandwerk, Handarbeit
Etwas mit Geschick herstellen, meist von Hand.
- SpanishEspañol
Artesanía, Oficio
Hacer algo con habilidad, generalmente a mano.
- Persianفارسی
هنر دستی
چیزی را با مهارت، معمولاً به صورت دستی، درست کردن.
- FrenchFrançais
Artisanat, métier
Fabriquer quelque chose avec habileté, généralement à la main.
- Hindiहिन्दी
शिल्प, दस्तकारी, कला
कौशल से कुछ बनाना, आमतौर पर हाथ से।
- ItalianItaliano
Artigianato, mestiere
Fare qualcosa con abilità, di solito a mano.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Artesanato, Ofício
Fazer algo com habilidade, geralmente à mão.
- RussianРусский
Ремесло, мастерство, судно
Делать что-то умело, обычно руками.
- Urduاردو
دستکاری، فن
ہاتھ سے کوئی چیز ہنر کے ساتھ بنانا۔
- Chinese中文
手艺, 手工, 船
用技巧制作东西，通常是手工制作。
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Frequently asked questions about Craft
What does Craft mean?
To make something with skill, usually by hand.
What is the definition of Craft?
an activity involving a special skill at making things with your hands
How do you use Craft in a sentence?
She learned the craft of pottery from a young age.
Can you give another example of Craft?
The artisan took great pride in her craft.
What are synonyms for Craft?
Common alternatives include create, build, devise, produce, design.
What is the opposite of Craft?
Opposite meanings include destroy, neglect, spoil.
What words go with Craft?
It commonly pairs with skilled, ancient, traditional, practise/practice, activity, project, work, art and craft, arts and crafts, hone, learn, master, a master of your craft, small, assault, fishing.
What are common mistakes when using Craft?
Confused with 'draft' — they have different meanings. Using 'craft' as a noun without specifying the type (e.g., craft beer, crafting materials). Omitting the object when using 'craft' (e.g., saying 'I like to craft' instead of 'I like to craft jewelry').
How do you pronounce Craft?
US: /["/kræft/"]/, UK: /["/krɑːft/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Craft?
Commonly used in contexts involving handmade items or skilled activities. Less appropriate in casual conversations about non-artistic activities.
What CEFR level is Craft?
"Craft" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.