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A craftsperson who makes or repairs furniture, windows, doors, and other building components from wood. In southern Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, the word 'Schreiner' is often used.
Der Tischler hat uns einen maßgefertigten Schrank für das Wohnzimmer gebaut.
The carpenter built us a custom-made cabinet for the living room.
The word 'Tischler' (carpenter) is derived from 'der Tisch' (the table). The ending '-ler' often refers to a person who performs a particular activity. So a 'Tischler' was originally someone who makes tables.
Ein guter Tischler kann aus einem einfachen Stück Holz ein Kunstwerk machen.
A good carpenter can turn a simple piece of wood into a work of art.
A 'Tischler' (carpenter) is typically associated with activities such as 'Möbel bauen' (building furniture), 'einen Schrank anfertigen' (making a cabinet), 'Holz bearbeiten' (working with wood), or 'Türen und Fenster einbauen' (installing doors and windows).
Der Tischler hat die alte Holztür sorgfältig repariert.
The carpenter carefully repaired the old wooden door.
The term 'Tischler' (carpenter) is mainly common in northern and central Germany. In southern Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, a different word is usually used for this profession.
In Hamburg sucht man einen Tischler, wenn man einen maßgefertigten Schrank braucht.
In Hamburg, you look for a carpenter if you need a custom-made cabinet.
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Schreiner and Tischler refer to the same woodworking trade. The choice depends mainly on the region: Schreiner is especially common in the south, while Tischler is more common in northern and central Germany. The job responsibilities do not differ as a result.
In Hamburg baut der Tischler einen neuen Holztisch.
In Hamburg, the carpenter is building a new wooden table.
In München baut der Schreiner einen neuen Holztisch.
In Munich, the carpenter is building a new wooden table.
