Handwerk
craft
The German word "Handwerk" is used to describe a craft or trade, often referring to a skilled manual occupation. It can also be used more broadly to refer to the process of creating something by hand, similar to the English word "craft". In German, the term is often associated with traditional trades such as carpentry, blacksmithing, or tailoring.
Example sentences using: Handwerk
Handwerk hat goldenen Boden.
Craftsmanship has a golden floor.
This is a German proverb stating that manual skills (Handwerk) are valuable and can lead to success in life, similar to the English proverb 'A trade is a golden bottom.'
Er hat das Handwerk von seinem Vater gelernt.
He learned the craft from his father.
In this sentence, 'Handwerk' is used to refer to a trade or skill. This particular phrase means that the person has learned a particular skill or trade from their father, suggesting it might be a family trade.
Ich habe wirklich Respekt vor ihrem Handwerk.
I really respect her craft.
This sentence suggests a person's admiration for someone else's skill or craft. 'Handwerk' in this context refers to one's ability to perform a certain task or profession with proficiency and skill.