1.
handicraft; handwork; manual work
Work done by hand rather than by machine. Refers to both the activity and the resulting product, often with a connotation of skilled craftsmanship and warmth.
手仕事の温かみ。
The warmth of handmade work.
祖母は手仕事が得意だった。
My grandmother was good at handicraft.
機械にはない手仕事ならではの味わいがある。
There is a unique charm to handwork that machines cannot produce.
Combines 手 (hand) + 仕事 (work). Carries a positive connotation, emphasizing the human touch and craftsmanship that distinguishes handmade items from mass-produced ones. Often used when discussing traditional crafts, artisan work, or home crafts like knitting and sewing.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 手仕事の温かみ — the warmth of handmade work
- 手仕事の品 — handcrafted item
- 丁寧な手仕事 — careful handiwork
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 手作り — handmade; focuses on the homemade quality of something
- 手芸 — needlework, textile crafts; specifically sewing, knitting, embroidery
- 工芸 — arts and crafts; refers to skilled decorative or fine arts