tradespeople

plural noun

trades·​peo·​ple ˈtrādz-ˌpē-pəl 

: people engaged in trade

Examples of tradespeople in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The technology is designed to take over repetitive physical tasks—not replace the electricians and skilled tradespeople needed to complete the higher-value work. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 Sep. 2026

Have a meal at one of Zurich’s historic Zunfthauser, former guild houses that once served as meeting places for city’s tradespeople . — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2026

Companies involved with data center build-outs are experiencing rapid growth, but this lack of tradespeople could limit how quickly projects can be built. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 14 Sep. 2026

Local 395 President and Business Agent Chuck Curry said about 100 of the tradespeople were affiliated with the ironworkers. — Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 7 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1652, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tradespeople

• craftspeople
• laypeople
• salespeople
• townspeople
• workpeople
• businesspeople
• people
• steeple

Kids Definition

tradespeople

plural noun

trades·​peo·​ple -ˌpē-pəl 

: people engaged in trade