English–German

“crafts” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈvɛɐ̯kən/

Example

In der Schule haben wir jeden Freitag Werken.

At school, we have crafts every Friday.

Illustration for Werken (crafts)

How to say “crafts” in German

“Crafts” in German is Werken.

Hands shaping useful or decorative objects from wood, fabric, or other craft materials in a school workshop or at home.

Full entry for Werken: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Werken

In der Werken-Stunde schnitzte ein Schüler eine Figur.

In crafts class, a student carved a figure.

Tips for using Werken

  • Werken commonly names a school subject, while Handarbeit more specifically emphasizes textile needlework and Kunst emphasizes artistic expression.

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