Spanish word

artesano

Pronunciation

IPA/aɾteˈsano/

Meaning

  • masculine nounartisan

Example

Conozco a un artesano que hace cerámica.

I know an artisan who makes pottery.

Illustration for artesano (artisan)

More examples

Compré una jarra a un artesano local.

I bought a jug from a local artisan.

Core concept

Hands shaping clay on a potter's wheel with simple tools.

Common phrases

  • artesano local

    local artisan

  • artesano de cerámica

    ceramic artisan

Similar words

artista: Creates expressive artworks such as paintings or sculptures, driven by personal vision.
vendedor: Sells goods directly to customers at a market or shop.
ceramista: Shapes clay and fires it to produce pottery and ceramic items.

Definition in Spanish

Persona que realiza a mano o con herramientas sencillas objetos útiles o decorativos, aplicando conocimientos del oficio y técnicas aprendidas o transmitidas.

Word origin

From Latin ars 'skill' via Old French artisan, with Spanish agent suffix -ano creating artesano to mean a person who practices a craft.

Usage tips

  • Labels like 'producto artesanal' or 'hecho a mano' mark small-scale handmade goods and mentioning materials and time often prompts the maker to describe their process.

Other meanings

  • craftsmannoun
  • handicraftsmannoun

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