老练

老練

lǎoliàn

adjective #14,162

Meanings

1 seasoned; experienced
2 sophisticated; worldly-wise

Characters

old; experienced

to practice; skilled

Examples

HSK 4

她虽然年轻，做事却很老练。

Tā suīrán niánqīng, zuòshì què hěn lǎoliàn.

Although she is young, she is very seasoned in her work.

HSK 5

他处理问题很老练。

Tā chǔlǐ wèntí hěn lǎoliàn.

He handles problems in a very experienced manner.

Tips

usage

老练 is almost always positive, implying someone has gained skill and composure through experience. Compare with 老到, which is similar but more literary.

Stroke Order

老 lǎo

练 liàn