クラフト
kurafuto
The English phrase "crafting" can be translated into Japanese as クラフト (kurafuto).
クラフト is a term used to refer to the activity or the general concept of crafting. Japanese speakers often use the word 手芸 to refer to various handicrafts or hobbies involving manual skills like sewing or knitting.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is kurafuto.
Did you know?
- The term ものづくり (monozukuri) is a very common way to express the 'spirit' of making things, often used in Japan to describe the philosophy of high-quality manufacturing and craftsmanship.
- The word クラフト is frequently used in Japan to describe 'craft beer' クラフトビール, a trend that grew rapidly as a distinction from mass-produced lagers.
- In Japanese gaming culture, particularly regarding games like Minecraft, the word クラフト is used as a verb クラフトする to describe the specific action of combining materials in a menu.
Examples in context
- 手作りが大好きですI love crafting
- 手芸を楽しんでおりますI enjoy crafting
- 私は手を加えてオリジナルの作品を作りますI create original pieces by adding my touch
Example conversation
Yui and Yota are talking about their hobbies.
- 結衣 Yui最近、何か趣味は見つかりましたか？Saikin, nanika shumi wa mitsukarimashita ka?Have you found any hobbies lately?
- 陽太 Yotaはい、最近はクラフトにハマっています。Hai, saikin wa kurafuto ni hamatte imasu.Yes, I've been into crafting recently.
- 結衣 Yuiすごいですね！何を作っているんですか？Sugoi desu ne! Nani o tsukutte iru n desu ka?That's great! What are you making?
- 陽太 Yota革で小さな財布を作っています。Kawa de chiisana saifu o tsukutte imasu.I'm making small wallets out of leather.
