suk6 dong3熟檔熟档
Jyutpingsuk6 dong3
Yalesuhk dong
Definition
Expert, experienced, or highly familiar with a particular business or trade.
colloquialworkpeople
How it's used
Focuses on the practical, hands-on knowledge gained through repeated experience rather than theoretical expertise. It implies a sense of being 'street smart' or 'insider' regarding a specific process or environment. Use this when someone knows the ropes, shortcuts, or the right people to get a job done efficiently.
Examples
He has been in this industry for a long time, he is very experienced.
You should ask him for help, he is much more familiar with this than I am.
Related words
Common phrases
very experienced or familiar with the ropes
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 熟人, which refers to a person you are personally acquainted with. 熟檔 describes a person's level of professional competence or familiarity with a task, not their social relationship with you.
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