erfahren
Translation
experienced, skilled, seasoned, proficient
Examples
Sie ist eine erfahrene Ärztin.
She is an experienced doctor.
Er ist erfahren im Umgang mit Kunden.
He is experienced in dealing with customers.
Grammar Patterns
((in sth.)) experienced in sth. He is experienced in marketing.
((with sth.)) experienced with sth. She is experienced with this software.
Similar Words
Synonyms: skilled, proficient, seasoned; Antonyms: inexperienced, new, novice
Etymology
From the prefix 'er-' (denoting achievement) + 'fahren' (to travel, go). It implies having 'travelled through' something, thus gaining experience.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who has 'fahren' (travelled) a lot and therefore has a lot of 'Erfahrung' (experience), making them 'erfahren'.