NOUN
Handwerk/ˈhantˌvɛʁk/craft; trade; craftsmanship
Handwerk is a German noun that means craft, trade, or craftsmanship. It is pronounced /ˈhantˌvɛʁk/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Handwerke".
Definitions
1.a skilled manual trade or craft(occupation/training)
a.an occupation involving manual or practical skills, often requiring apprenticeship
Er hat das Handwerk des Schreiners von seinem Vater gelernt.—He learned the craft of carpentry from his father.
2.objects or works produced by craftsmen(product/result)
a.artisanal products or craftsmanship
Das Handwerk in dieser Region ist für seine hohe Qualität bekannt.—The craftsmanship in this region is known for its high quality.
Declension
Genderneuter
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | das Handwerk | die Handwerke |
| Genitive | des Handwerkes | der Handwerke |
| Dative | dem Handwerk | den Handwerken |
| Accusative | das Handwerk | die Handwerke |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Handwerk" mean in English?
- "Handwerk" means craft, trade, or craftsmanship. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Handwerk"?
- "Handwerk" is pronounced /ˈhantˌvɛʁk/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Handwerk" der, die, or das?
- "Handwerk" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
- What is the plural of "Handwerk"?
- The plural of "Handwerk" is "Handwerke".
- What part of speech is "Handwerk"?
- "Handwerk" is a noun in German.
