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guild

Pronunciation: [ɡɪld]

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Learn how to use guild in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “community”

(noun) a guild is a group of people who come together because they share the same job or interest. This could be artists, craftsmen, or people in a similar profession. They support and help each other, like a club for workers.

Example

The artists joined a guild to share their work and get advice from each other.

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She decided not to join the guild because she preferred to work alone.

Example

What do you think is the main purpose of a guild for artists?

Context: “historical”

(noun) a guild is a historical organization of craftsmen or merchants in the past, which was formed to regulate their trade, share knowledge, and protect their interests. They helped members learn their skills.

Example

During the Middle Ages, many cities had guilds that helped craftsmen improve their skills.

Example

There was no guild for bakers in the town, so they struggled to learn the best techniques.

Example

How did guilds help strengthen businesses in the past?

How to pronounce guild

Pronunciation: [ɡɪld]

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