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Apprenticed: meaning, definitions and examples

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apprenticed

 

[ ษ™หˆprษ›ntษชst ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

work experience

To be apprenticed means to be officially assigned to work for a skilled worker in order to learn a trade or craft. This arrangement allows an apprentice to gain practical experience under the guidance of a master. The term is often used in contexts such as carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work. Apprenticeships can vary in duration and often involve a combination of on-the-job training and classroom education, sometimes leading to certification or qualification in the field.

Synonyms

intern, learner, novice, trainee.

Examples of usage

  • She was apprenticed to a master carpenter.
  • He spent five years apprenticed as a blacksmith.
  • Many electricians start their careers as apprentices.
  • Apprenticed to a renowned chef, she learned the art of fine cooking.

Translations

Translations of the word "apprenticed" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น aprendiz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคฟเคทเฅเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lehrling

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ magang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัƒั‡ะตะฝัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ uczeล„

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฆ‹็ฟ’ใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท apprenti

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ aprendiz

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงฤฑrak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฒฌ์Šต์ƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุชุฏุฑุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uฤednรญk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ uฤลˆovskรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅญฆๅพ’

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ uฤenec

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nema

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะตะฑะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒฌแƒแƒ•แƒšแƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸagird

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ aprendiz

Etymology

The term 'apprentice' originates from the Old French word 'apprenti', which means 'one who is learning' or 'learner'. This, in turn, is derived from the Latin 'apprendere', meaning 'to learn' or 'to take'. The concept of apprenticeship dates back to medieval times, where young individuals would serve under skilled craftsmen to gain knowledge and training in a particular trade. This system was essential for the transmission of skills and arts in societies before formal education systems were established. By the 16th century, the term began to be widely used in English, emphasizing the relationship between the master and the apprentice. Over time, the apprenticeship system has evolved, adapting to various industries and professions, yet it remains a vital approach to vocational training.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,142, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.