workman

noun
UK: /ˈwɜːkmən/
US: /ˈwɜːrkmən/

  1. A person who does physical or skilled work, especially as an employee.

    1. The workman fixed the pipe.
    2. The skilled workman crafted a beautiful wooden chair in his workshop.

  2. A manual laborer or craftsperson, often someone employed to perform a specific task.

    1. The workman carried bricks all day.
    2. The experienced workman was known for his dedication and precision on the site.

Synonyms

artisan worker employee craftsman laborer
workman verb

  1. To perform work in a skillful or competent manner.

    1. He workman the wood well.
    2. The artisan workman the clay, creating a unique sculpture for the gallery.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "workman" in English means: A person who does physical or skilled work, especially as an employee., A manual laborer or craftsperson, often someone employed to perform a specific task..

The phonetic transcription of "workman" is /ˈwɜːkmən/ in British English and /ˈwɜːrkmən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "workman": artisan, worker, employee, craftsman, laborer.

Example usage of "workman": "The workman fixed the pipe.". More examples on the page.