Workman: meaning, definitions and examples

๐Ÿ‘ทโ€โ™‚๏ธ
Add to dictionary

workman

 

[ หˆwษœrk.mษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

manual labor

A workman is a person engaged in manual labor, skilled or unskilled, especially in a trade or an industry. Workmen are often involved in physically demanding tasks and may work in various environments, such as construction sites or factories.

Synonyms

artisan, craftsman, laborer, worker.

Examples of usage

  • The workman skillfully repaired the broken fence.
  • We hired a workman to help renovate our kitchen.
  • The workman was praised for his dedication and hard work.
Context #2 | Noun

trade qualifications

In some contexts, a workman refers specifically to an individual who possesses skills and training in a particular trade, often recognized by certifications or apprenticeships. This definition emphasizes the professional aspects of a workman's skills.

Synonyms

journeyman, skilled worker, tradesman.

Examples of usage

  • A certified workman can demand higher wages due to his expertise.
  • Finding a qualified workman for the plumbing job was essential.
  • The union supports workmen in gaining recognition for their skills.

Translations

Translations of the word "workman" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น trabalhador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคพเคฎเค•เคพเคœเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Arbeiter

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pekerja

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะพะฑั–ั‚ะฝะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ robotnik

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไฝœๆฅญๅ“ก

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ouvrier

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ trabajador

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท iลŸรงi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋…ธ๋™์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุงู…ู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dฤ›lnรญk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ robotnรญk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅทฅไบบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ delavec

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ verkamann

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฑะผั‹ััˆั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ แƒแƒ›แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ iลŸรงi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ trabajador

Etymology

The term 'workman' originates from Middle English, derived from the word 'werkmann,' a compounding of 'werk' meaning work, and 'mann' meaning man. The concept dates back to the Old English period, where manual labor was a significant part of societyโ€™s structure. Historically, workmen have been essential in various industries, from agriculture to construction, serving as the backbone of the workforce. As industrialization progressed in the 18th and 19th centuries, the role of workmen became increasingly prominent, leading to the rise of labor unions and movements advocating for their rights. The evolution of the term also reflects changes in labor dynamics and the importance of skilled trades in contemporary society.