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熟练 (shúliàn) vs 精通 (jīngtōng): Use 精通 when emphasizing deep mastery and understanding, while 熟练 focuses more on skill and proficiency without the same depth of knowledge.
Be careful not to confuse 精通 with similar words like 熟悉 (shúxī), which means to be familiar with something rather than proficient. The term is more formal and is often used in academic or professional discussions. Common collocations include 精通某个领域 (jīngtōng mǒu gè lǐngyù) meaning 'to be proficient in a certain field.'
As an HSK Level 6 word, 精通 connects well with other advanced vocabulary related to skills and expertise. Students should focus on using it in context, such as in job interviews or academic discussions, to express their qualifications.
Learners often misuse 精通 when they mean to say they are familiar with something, leading to sentences like '我精通这个' when they actually mean '我熟悉这个' (I am familiar with this). Always choose 精通 for true mastery.
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How to say proficient in Chinese
“proficient” in Chinese is精通
精通 (jīngtōng) means to have a deep understanding or mastery of a subject or skill. It is often used in academic or professional contexts to indicate a high level of proficiency, such as in languages, arts, or sciences. This term conveys not only knowledge but also the ability to apply it effectively.
When to use 精通
Be careful not to confuse 精通 with similar words like 熟悉 (shúxī), which means to be familiar with something rather than proficient. The term is more formal and is often used in academic or professional discussions. Common collocations include 精通某个领域 (jīngtōng mǒu gè lǐngyù) meaning 'to be proficient in a certain field.'
精通 or something close to it
熟练 (shúliàn) vs 精通 (jīngtōng): Use 精通 when emphasizing deep mastery and understanding, while 熟练 focuses more on skill and proficiency without the same depth of knowledge.
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Learners often misuse 精通 when they mean to say they are familiar with something, leading to sentences like '我精通这个' when they actually mean '我熟悉这个' (I am familiar with this). Always choose 精通 for true mastery.
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Grammar patterns of 精通
精通 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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他____机械，了解许多有关声音的知识。
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Yes, you can use 精通 to describe being proficient in cooking, but it's more commonly used for formal skills or academic subjects.
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