Word
handcrafted
Phoneticshand·craft·ed, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈhændˌkɹæftɪd/
UK/hˈændkɹɑːftɪd/
Definition
v. made by hand rather than by a machine. You use this to describe things that are made with care and skill by a person.
v. produced by hand rather than by machine. Often implies a high degree of individual skill, attention to detail, and a personal touch.
Examples
“The artist sells handcrafted jewelry at the local market.”
“The workshop specializes in handcrafted furniture made from reclaimed wood and traditional joinery techniques.”
“While mass-produced items offer consistency, the unique imperfections of handcrafted goods often make them more desirable to collectors who value the artisan's personal signature.”
Examples
simple
“The artist sells handcrafted jewelry at the local market.”
contextual
“The workshop specializes in handcrafted furniture made from reclaimed wood and traditional joinery techniques.”
complex
“While mass-produced items offer consistency, the unique imperfections of handcrafted goods often make them more desirable to collectors who value the artisan's personal signature.”
Real-World Examples
“Prior to that period, they had been expensive, detailed display pieces for wealthy adults, often handcrafted in Europe.” Word family
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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