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craft in French

craft in French is ruse, métier, nef — craft means skill in making something by hand, especially using traditional or artistic techniques.

craft in French

ruse
noun
Ability, skilfulness, especially skill in making plans and carrying them into execution; dexterity in managing affairs, adroitness, practical cunning; ingenuity in constructing, dexterity [9th century].
métier
noun
(countable, plural crafts) A branch of skilled work or trade, especially one requiring manual dexterity or artistic skill, but sometimes applied equally to any business, calling or profession; the skilled practice of a practical occupation [since the 9th century].
nef
noun
(countable, plural craft) A vehicle designed for navigation in or on water or air or through outer space [since the 17th century].
crafter
verb
(video games) To combine multiple items to form a new item, such as armour or medicine.

What does "craft" mean?

  1. noun Skill in making something by hand, especially using traditional or artistic techniques.
    "The chair was built with real craft, every joint fitted by hand."
  2. noun A trade or occupation requiring skilled manual work.
    "Carpentry is a craft passed down from father to son in his family."
  3. noun A boat, ship, aircraft, or spacecraft (used for vessels generally).
    "Several small craft were moored in the harbour."
  4. noun Cleverness or cunning used to deceive or manipulate.
    "He got what he wanted through craft rather than honesty."

craft in a sentence

  • The chair was built with real craft, every joint fitted by hand.
  • Pottery is a craft that takes years to master.
  • Carpentry is a craft passed down from father to son in his family.
  • Several small craft were moored in the harbour.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "craft" in French?

"craft" in French is ruse, métier, nef. craft means: Skill in making something by hand, especially using traditional or artistic techniques.

How do you use "craft" in a sentence?

Example: "The chair was built with real craft, every joint fitted by hand." In French, "craft" is ruse, métier, nef.

Are there other ways to say "craft" in French?

Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "craft": ruse, métier, nef, crafter.

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