artisanat
The English word "craft" translates to French as artisanat.
artisanat is a formal term used to refer to traditional crafts or handicrafts involving skilled manual work.
Meaning: particular kind of skilled work (noun)
Did you know?
- In France, the term artisanat is often legally protected. To call oneself an artisan, a person must typically possess a specific national diploma or have several years of proven professional experience.
- In some historical contexts, the word artisanat is linked to the compagnonnage, a traditional system of traveling craftsmen who move from city to city to perfect their trade.
- The word artisanat is closely related to the English word 'artisan', but in French, an artisan can be anything from a high-end jewelry maker to a local plumber or baker.
Examples in context
- La vente d'artisanat local est une tradition importante dans cette région.Selling local crafts is an important tradition in this region.
- J'aime passer mon temps libre à faire du bricolage.I enjoy spending my free time doing crafts/DIY.
- Les loisirs créatifs sont une excellente façon de se détendre et de laisser libre cours à sa créativité.Creative hobbies are an excellent way to relax and unleash one's creativity.
- L'artisanat local est très important ici.Local craft is very important here.
- Elle travaille dans l'artisanat du bois.She works in wood craft.
- Cet artisanat demande beaucoup de patience.This craft requires a lot of patience.
Example conversation
Lucas and Léa are visiting a market in a small village.
- LucasRegarde tout cet artisanat !Look at all this craft!
- LéaC'est vraiment magnifique, Lucas.It is truly magnificent, Lucas.
- LucasOn devrait acheter un pot.We should buy a pot.
- LéaOui, c'est une bonne idée.Yes, that is a good idea.
