woodworking
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈwʊdˌwɜːrkɪŋ/
KK: /ˈwʊdˌwɜrkɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Relating to the activity of making things from wood, such as furniture or crafts.
Example
He took a woodworking class to learn how to build his own furniture.
Conversation
I just bought some new woodworking tools for my workshop.
That's awesome! What kind of projects are you planning to do?
I want to make some shelves and maybe a coffee table.
Sounds great! I can't wait to see your woodworking creations.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
carpentry
joinery
craftsmanship
Antonyms
metalworking
plastic
synthetic
noun
Definition
The skill or activity of making things from wood, such as furniture or decorations.
Example
He spends his weekends doing woodworking in his garage.
Conversation
I've been really interested in woodworking lately.
Oh, that's cool! Have you made anything yet?
Not yet, but I'm planning to build a small table soon.
Root Explanation
Woodworking is formed from "wood" (from Old English "wudu", meaning the material from trees) and "working" (from Old English "wyrcan", meaning to make or do). The term refers to the act of making or crafting items from wood.
Memory Tip
Think of 'wood' as the material from trees and 'working' as the act of making. This helps you remember that woodworking is all about creating things from wood.
Visually Confused Words
woolworking