Carpinteros (en. Carpenters)

/kar.pinˈte.ros/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who is dedicated to carpentry.
Carpenters build custom furniture.
Los carpinteros construyen muebles a medida.
A professional specialized in woodworking.
The carpenter repaired the door of the house.
El carpintero reparó la puerta de la casa.
An artist in wood who can create decorative works.
The carpenter created a beautiful wood sculpture.
El carpintero realizó una hermosa escultura en madera.

Etymology

From Latin 'carpentarius', which means 'carpenter'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

whitewood carpenter
It refers to carpenters who work with white wood, such as fir or pine.
carpintero de lo blanco
to hit like a carpenter
It means to find or produce something that fits perfectly.
dar en carpintero
lucky carpenter
It refers to a lucky person in finding opportunities.
carpintero de la suerte

Related Words

carpentry
Art and technique of constructing wooden objects.
carpintería
wood
Material produced by trees, used in carpentry.
madera
tool
Instrument used by carpenters to work with wood.
herramienta

Slang Meanings

Street carpenter
A street carpenter is someone who works informally.
Un carpintero de la calle es aquel que trabaja de manera informal.
furniture maker
A furniture maker is a carpenter who specializes in making furniture.
Un mueblista es un carpintero que se especializa en hacer muebles.