noun

workmanship

WURK-muhn-shihp

Workmanship (noun) means the skill with which something is made, or the quality that results from it. Example: “The cabinet showed excellent workmanship.”

noun

The skill with which something is made, or the quality that results from it.

"The cabinet showed excellent workmanship."

"You can tell the difference in workmanship between the handmade and factory versions."

How to use workmanship

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe craft and care put into making something, or the quality that results.

Common pairings

fine workmanship poor workmanship quality of workmanship

Word forms

workmanships plural

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Etymology

From "workman" plus the suffix "-ship," which denotes a quality or skill.

Synonyms

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craftsmanship

Related words

technique craftsmanship attention to detail

Rhymes for workmanship

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Frequently asked questions

What does “workmanship” mean?

The word “workmanship” means the skill with which something is made, or the quality that results from it. In plain terms, the craft and care put into making something, or the quality that results.

How do you pronounce “workmanship”?

“Workmanship” is pronounced WURK-muhn-shihp (/ˈwɜːk.mən.ʃɪp/ in IPA).

How do you use “workmanship” in a sentence?

Here is “workmanship” used in a sentence: “The cabinet showed excellent workmanship.”

What is another word for “workmanship”?

Words with a similar meaning to “workmanship” include craftsmanship.

What part of speech is “workmanship”?

“Workmanship” is a noun.

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