adj

artisanal

ah-TIH-zuhnl

Artisanal (adj) means made by hand using traditional skills, typically in small quantities. Example: “The shop specialises in artisanal chocolate made in small batches.”

adj

Made by hand using traditional skills, typically in small quantities.

"The shop specialises in artisanal chocolate made in small batches."

How to Use Artisanal

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribing something crafted by hand in the traditional way, rather than produced in a factory.

Common pairings

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Etymology

From artisan + -al.

Rhymes for artisanal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “artisanal” mean?

The word “artisanal” means made by hand using traditional skills, typically in small quantities. In plain terms, describing something crafted by hand in the traditional way, rather than produced in a factory.

How do you pronounce “artisanal”?

“Artisanal” is pronounced ah-TIH-zuhnl (/ˈɑɹtəzən(ə)l/ in IPA).

How do you use “artisanal” in a sentence?

Here is “artisanal” used in a sentence: “The shop specialises in artisanal chocolate made in small batches.”

What part of speech is “artisanal”?

“Artisanal” is an adjective.