How to Pronounce "old hand"
expression
ˈoʊɫd/ /ˈhænd
OHD HAND
ˈəʊld/ /hˈænd
OHLD HAND
Definition
An 'old hand' is a person who has a lot of experience in a particular activity or job.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊɫd/ /ˈhænd
British English
ˈəʊld/ /hˈænd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OHD HAND
UK
OHLD HAND
Listen in Context
He is an old hand at fixing cars.
After many years, she became an old hand in the kitchen.
Our teacher is an old hand at dealing with children.
If you need advice, talk to Jane—she’s an old hand around here.