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Definition
Craftsmanship; the skill of processing raw materials or semi-finished goods into artistic products.
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How it's used
Focuses on the skill and technique involved in creating handmade, often artistic, items. While it can refer to industrial manufacturing processes in formal contexts, it is most commonly used to praise the manual dexterity and cultural heritage behind traditional arts like pottery, weaving, or wood carving.
Examples
The craftsmanship of this wood carving is truly exquisite.
Do you think there is still anyone learning this kind of traditional craft?
Related words
Common phrases
traditional craftsmanship
superb craftsmanship
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 手藝, which specifically emphasizes the personal skill or talent of an individual artisan rather than the broader category of craft or the technical process itself.
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Grammar guides
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