craftsmanship
/ˈkrɑːftsmənʃɪp/noun
उच्चारण क्राफ़्ट्स्मन्शिप
कारीगरी, शिल्पकौशल, हस्तकौशल
Core word
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the level of skill shown by somebody in making something beautiful with their hands
कारीगरी, शिल्पकौशल, हस्तकौशल
- The carvings of the Sun Temple at Konark show superb craftsmanship.
- Tourists admire the craftsmanship of the marble inlay work in Agra.
- The craftsmanship of the Mughal buildings is world famous.
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- The jeweller's craftsmanship was admired by the customers.
- Years of training are needed to reach such craftsmanship.
Synonyms artistry workmanship skill expertise
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the quality of design and work shown in something that has been made by hand
(बनी हुई वस्तु की) कारीगरी, बनावट की उत्कृष्टता
- the fine craftsmanship of this Banarasi sari
- The cabinet's quality craftsmanship shows in its smooth joints.
- The craftsmanship of the table is excellent; there is not a single flaw.
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- This watch is valued for its fine craftsmanship.
- Handloom sarees are known for their craftsmanship and colour.
Synonyms workmanship handiwork
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craftsmanship (uncountable)
It is an uncountable noun: no a/an and no plural. It describes the skill and care shown in making something.
यह अगणनीय संज्ञा है: इसमें a/an या बहुवचन नहीं लगता। यह किसी वस्तु को बनाने में दिखाए गए कौशल और सावधानी को बताता है।
- The furniture is of excellent craftsmanship.
- Craftsmanship takes years to master.
the craftsmanship of + noun
To praise a particular product, say the craftsmanship of the table, the temple, the sword.
किसी विशेष उत्पाद की प्रशंसा के लिए कहें: the craftsmanship of the table, the temple, the sword।
- Tourists admired the craftsmanship of the temple.
of high / fine craftsmanship
The of + adjective + craftsmanship pattern is common in descriptions and advertisements.
of + adjective + craftsmanship का ढाँचा वर्णनों और विज्ञापनों में सामान्य है।
- This is a clock of fine craftsmanship.
craftsmanship vs workmanship
Craftsmanship stresses artistic skill. Workmanship is the general quality of work done.
Craftsmanship कलात्मक कौशल पर ज़ोर देता है, जबकि workmanship किए गए काम की सामान्य गुणवत्ता है।
- The bridge showed poor workmanship.
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adjective + craftsmanship
fineexquisitesuperbtraditionalshoddy
- The shoes show exquisite craftsmanship.
verb + craftsmanship
admireshowdisplayappreciatelack
- The jewellery displays superb craftsmanship.
craftsmanship + noun
awardskilltraditionquality
- He won a craftsmanship award.
craftsmanship + preposition
craftsmanship in woodcraftsmanship of the pastpride in craftsmanshipcraftsmanship by hand
- The village takes pride in its craftsmanship in cane.
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- The Taj Mahal is admired for its craftsmanship.
ताजमहल अपनी कारीगरी के लिए सराहा जाता है।
- Radhika bought a vase of wonderful craftsmanship.
राधिका ने अद्भुत कारीगरी वाला एक गुलदान ख़रीदा।
- Machines cannot match human craftsmanship in carving.
नक़्क़ाशी में मशीनें मानवीय कारीगरी की बराबरी नहीं कर सकतीं।
- The shoddy craftsmanship led to the collapse of the roof.
घटिया कारीगरी के कारण छत गिर गई।
- Craftsmanship is more than just speed.
कारीगरी केवल गति से कहीं बढ़कर है।
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✗ The carpenter showed a great craftsmanship.
✓ The carpenter showed great craftsmanship.
Craftsmanship is uncountable and cannot take a/an.
Craftsmanship अगणनीय है और a/an नहीं लेता।
✗ Many craftsmanships were on display.
✓ Examples of fine craftsmanship were on display.
Craftsmanship has no plural; speak of examples or works instead.
Craftsmanship का बहुवचन नहीं होता; उसके स्थान पर examples या works कहें।
≠Thesaurus: which synonym when
Craftsmanship, skill and workmanship describe quality of work, at different levels.
Craftsmanship, skill और workmanship काम की गुणवत्ता बताते हैं, पर अलग स्तर पर।
Fine skill and artistry shown in handmade things.
हाथ की बनी वस्तुओं में दिखने वाला उत्कृष्ट कौशल और कला।
- The carving shows great craftsmanship.
The ability to do something well in general.
किसी कार्य को सामान्यतः अच्छी तरह करने की क्षमता।
- Typing is a useful skill.
The quality of the finish of a job, good or bad.
किसी काम की सफ़ाई की गुणवत्ता, अच्छी या बुरी।
- The workmanship of the house is poor.