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Schuhmacher

shoemaker, cobbler

noun SHOO-ma-kher Rare
People & Society Professions

Usage Note

Schuhmacher makes and repairs shoes. The term is used interchangeably with Schuster in everyday speech, though strictly Schuhmacher refers to new shoe production and Schuster to repair. A recognised apprenticeship (Schuhmacherhandwerk). Feminine: Schuhmacherin.

Examples

"Der Schuhmacher besohlte die abgetretenen Stiefel neu."

Natural Translation

The shoemaker re-soled the worn-down boots.

Literal Translation

The shoemaker re-soled the worn boots.

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