C2 noun Neutral

artisan

/ˈɑːrtɪzən/

An artisan is a worker in a skilled trade, especially one that involves making things by hand. The term typically refers to a craftsperson who combines technical skill with artistic flair to create high-quality, often functional, items.

Beispiele

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1

The local market is famous for its artisan cheeses and sourdough breads.

The local market is famous for its artisan cheeses and sourdough breads.

2

The preservation of historical monuments often necessitates the employment of a master artisan well-versed in medieval masonry.

The preservation of historical monuments often necessitates the employment of a master artisan well-versed in medieval masonry.

3

I found this really cool artisan wallet at a pop-up shop downtown.

I found this really cool artisan wallet at a pop-up shop downtown.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
artisan
Adverb
artisanally
Adjektiv
artisanal
Verwandt
artisanship
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Merkhilfe

Think of the 'art' in 'artisan'—an artisan brings 'art' to 'functional' objects using their 'hands'.

Schnelles Quiz

The ______ spent weeks hand-carving the intricate patterns on the mahogany cabinet.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: artisan

Beispiele

1

The local market is famous for its artisan cheeses and sourdough breads.

everyday

The local market is famous for its artisan cheeses and sourdough breads.

2

The preservation of historical monuments often necessitates the employment of a master artisan well-versed in medieval masonry.

formal

The preservation of historical monuments often necessitates the employment of a master artisan well-versed in medieval masonry.

3

I found this really cool artisan wallet at a pop-up shop downtown.

informal

I found this really cool artisan wallet at a pop-up shop downtown.

4

The transition from the artisan guild system to mass industrial production remains a pivotal focus in socio-economic history.

academic

The transition from the artisan guild system to mass industrial production remains a pivotal focus in socio-economic history.

5

Our brand strategy focuses on partnering with local artisans to ensure the authenticity and uniqueness of our product line.

business

Our brand strategy focuses on partnering with local artisans to ensure the authenticity and uniqueness of our product line.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
artisan
Adverb
artisanally
Adjektiv
artisanal
Verwandt
artisanship

Häufige Kollokationen

artisan bread artisan bread
master artisan master artisan
artisan guild artisan guild
artisan workshop artisan workshop
traditional artisan traditional artisan

Häufige Phrasen

artisan goods

artisan goods

the artisan's touch

the artisan's touch

local artisan

local artisan

Wird oft verwechselt mit

artisan vs artist

An artist primarily creates works of aesthetic value (paintings, sculpture), whereas an artisan creates functional items using high-level manual skills.

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Nutzungshinweise

While 'artisan' used to be a purely descriptive term for a tradesperson, in modern marketing, it is frequently used as an adjective (artisanal) to suggest high quality, traditional methods, and small-batch production.

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Häufige Fehler

Learners often use 'artisan' when they mean 'artistic.' Use 'artisan' as a noun for the person or an adjective for the product, not to describe someone's creative personality.

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Merkhilfe

Think of the 'art' in 'artisan'—an artisan brings 'art' to 'functional' objects using their 'hands'.

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Wortherkunft

From the Italian 'artigiano', derived from the Latin 'artire' (to instruct in the arts) and 'ars' (skill).

Grammatikmuster

Countable noun (plural: artisans) Can be used attributively (e.g., artisan chocolate)
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Kultureller Kontext

The 'artisan movement' has gained significant traction in Western cultures as a reaction against globalization and mass production, emphasizing local heritage and sustainability.

Schnelles Quiz

The ______ spent weeks hand-carving the intricate patterns on the mahogany cabinet.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: artisan

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