鍛冶
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Meanings
1
blacksmithing; forging; smithery
The craft or trade of a blacksmith; heating and hammering metal to shape tools, weapons, or other objects.
My grandfather worked as a blacksmith when he was young.
This area has long been known for blacksmithing.
2
The person who practices blacksmithing; often used in historical or traditional contexts.
The village blacksmith repaired my sickle.
He is famous as a swordsmith.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉が鍛冶を営むto run a blacksmith's trade
He runs the blacksmithing trade that has been passed down through generations of his family.
- 〈人〉が鍛冶になるto become a blacksmith
His son followed in his father's footsteps and became a blacksmith.
- 鍛冶の技術を学ぶto learn the craft of blacksmithing
He has been learning the craft of blacksmithing since he was young.