職人
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Base noun form. Refers to a skilled worker or craftsman who practices a traditional trade. Combines 『職』 (shoku, 'occupation') and 『人』 (nin, 'person').
Theme

At a local craft fair, User and their friend Kenji admire handmade pottery and discuss the skills of artisans.

職人

しょくにん

artisan, craftsman

People & IdentityOccupations & Roles

Memory Hook

Picture an artisan carving wood with skill — they're a 『職人』 (shokunin, 'artisan'). It sounds like 'shock-knee-in' from all the hard work! 'Shock-knee-in' → 職人 (shokunin, 'artisan').

Cultural Note

In Japan, 『職人』 (shokunin, 'artisan') are highly respected for their craftsmanship in fields like pottery, woodworking, and traditional arts. They often undergo years of apprenticeship to master their skills.

Forms

Base: 職人Base noun form. Refers to a skilled worker or craftsman who practices a traditional trade. Combines 『職』 (shoku, 'occupation') and 『人』 (nin, 'person').