suk6 gaa3 bou6熟架步

Jyutpingsuk6 gaa3 bou6

Yalesuhk ga bouh

形容詞

Definition

To know one's way around, be familiar with a place, or know a process inside out.

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How it's used

Originally referring to someone familiar with the layout or internal operations of a specific place, this term has evolved to describe general competence in a task or environment. It implies a level of experience that allows one to navigate procedures or social dynamics without needing guidance. It is often used to praise someone who handles a situation with ease and efficiency.

Examples

keoi5佢喺hai2呢le1行haang4做zou6咗zo2好hou2多do1年，nin4好hou2熟suk6架gaa3步㗎。

He has worked in this industry for many years and knows his way around.

nei5你dai6第jat1一ci3次lai4嚟，m4唔suk6熟gaa3架bou6步zau6就man6問haa6下jan4人laa1啦。

Since it is your first time here, ask someone if you do not know what to do.

Common phrases

hou2好suk6熟gaa3架bou6步

very familiar with the ropes

m4唔suk6熟gaa3架bou6步

unfamiliar with the procedures

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with 熟手, which specifically refers to being skilled or practiced at a manual task. 熟架步 is more about understanding the context, the rules, or the geography of a situation rather than just physical dexterity.