Menuisier (en. Carpenter)

mə.nɥi.zi.e

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A person whose trade is working with wood.
The carpenter made a magnificent oak table.
Le menuisier a fabriqué une magnifique table en chêne.
Specialist in assembling and finishing wood.
The carpenter repaired the church's old windows.
Le menuisier a réparé les fenêtres anciennes de l'église.
Artisan who designs custom furniture.
My carpenter advised me to use solid wood for the sideboard.
Mon menuisier m'a recommandé d'utiliser du bois massif pour le buffet.

Etymology

From the Latin 'mensuarius', related to measurement, highlighting the carpenter's skill in taking measurements.

Common Phrases and Expressions

talented carpenter
A carpenter who possesses great skill.
menuisier de talent
to call on a carpenter
To ask for the help or services of a carpenter.
faire appel à un menuisier
carpenter at the service of his clients
A carpenter who meets the needs and expectations of his clients.
menuisier au service de ses clients

Related Words

cabinetmaking
The art of working with ebony and other precious woods.
ébénisterie
framing
Wooden construction serving as a structure.
charpente
wood
Material coming from trees, used in carpentry.
bois

Slang Meanings

handyman of wood
This carpenter is a true handyman, he can do anything with wood!
Ce menuisier est un vrai bricoleur, il peut tout faire avec du bois !
wood genius
Look at what this carpenter has done; he is a real wood genius!
Regarde ce que ce menuisier a fait, c'est un vrai génie du bois !