Maingkanto (en. Craftsman)

mǎ-ing-kăn-tō

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person skilled in creating things using their hands.
Mr. Juan is a craftsman who makes wooden toys.
Si Mang Juan ay isang maingkanto na gumagawa ng mga kahoy na laruan.
A person with exceptional ability in the art or science of creation.
The craftsman is always full of creative ideas.
Ang maingkanto ay palaging puno ng malikhaing ideya.

Common Phrases and Expressions

craftsman in art
a person who is an expert in art and design
maingkanto sa sining
home craftsman
a person skilled in creating things around the house
maingkanto ng tahanan

Related Words

weaving
A process of creating cloth or products from threads.
paghahabi
drawing
The art of making pictures on paper using a pencil or other tools.
pagguhit

Slang Meanings

Hangout in the corner
That's where we always meet at the corner.
Doon kami sa maingkanto lagi nagkikita-kita.
A place for chill and chats
The stories at the corner of the houses are so enjoyable.
Sarap ng kwentuhan sa maingkanto ng mga bahay.
Popular hangout spot for youth
That corner is always full of young people.
Ang maingkanto na iyon, puno lagi ng mga kabataan.
Where news is shared
There's always new news at the corner.
Laging may bagong balita sa maingkanto.