A photograph captures welding equipment and documentation materials arranged on a workshop table, including gloves, a welding hood, and printed welding term guides.

Welding Terms and Definitions That Actually Matter in the Shop

Welding comes with its own language—and if you don’t speak it, things can get confusing fast. Whether you’re flipping through a welder manual or talking to someone in the shop, these terms pop up everywhere. Understanding what they mean will make your learning curve smoother, your welds better, and your gear choices smarter. Let’s break…