Old hand Meaning in English
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.
Usage & Nuances
'Old hand' is informal and usually positive, highlighting practical experience. Commonly used before 'at' (e.g., 'an old hand at cooking'). Not about age, but experience.
Spanish: experto - veteranoPortuguese (BR): veterano - experientePortuguese (PT): veterano - experienteChinese (Simplified): 老手 - 经验丰富的人Chinese (Traditional): 老手 - 經驗豐富的人Hindi: अनुभवी व्यक्ति - पुराना खिलाड़ीArabic: خبير - ذو خبرةBengali: পুরোনো খেলোয়াড় - অভিজ্ঞ জনRussian: старый волк - бывалыйJapanese: ベテランVietnamese: người dày dạn kinh nghiệmKorean: 숙련자 - 베테랑Turkish: kurt - deneyimli kişiUrdu: پرانا کھلاڑی - تجربہ کار فردIndonesian: orang berpengalaman - veteran
Example Sentences
He is an old hand at fixing cars.
basic
After many years, she became an old hand in the kitchen.
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Our teacher is an old hand at dealing with children.
basic
If you need advice, talk to Jane—she’s an old hand around here.
natural
Don’t worry, Tom’s an old hand at this; he won’t make mistakes.
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It’s easy for an old hand like you, but I’m still learning.
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