Pronunciation

/kərˈpɛntər/

Definitions

Noun

A carpenter is a skilled worker who specializes in woodworking, constructing, and repairing structures made of wood or other木料. They often work with various tools and have expertise in joinery and cabinetmaking.

Verb

To carpenter can mean to perform tasks typically done by a carpenter, such as building or repairing wooden structures, or to describe someone who has a skillful or methodical approach to a task.

Phrases

• “Carpentry work” refers to the trade or profession of a carpenter.
• “Handyman carpenter” describes a person who can do general repair work in addition to specialized carpentry tasks.
• “Carpenter’s apprentice” is a person learning the trade under a skilled carpenter.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The carpenter spent the day installing new cabinets in the kitchen.”
• Verb: “She hired a carpenter to fix the broken staircase.”
• Adjective: “The project required a skilled carpenter’s precision.”

Synonyms

• Joiner
• Woodworker
• Cabinetmaker
• Builder (in a broader sense)
• Craftsman
• Tradesman

Antonyms

• Novice (unskilled worker)
• Amateur (lacks professional experience)