der Routinier
Translation
veteran, old hand, pro
Examples
Der Chirurg ist ein Routinier auf seinem Gebiet.
The surgeon is a veteran in his field.
Als Routinier kennt er alle Tricks des Berufs.
As a pro, he knows all the tricks of the trade.
Grammar Patterns
to be a veteran sb. is a Routinier He is a veteran in his job.
Similar Words
Experte (expert), Kenner (connoisseur), Veteran; Antonyms: Anfänger (beginner), Neuling (newcomer)
Etymology
Borrowed from French 'routinier', which is derived from 'routine'. It signifies a person who acts from routine or has extensive experience.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who has done a task so many times it's just 'routine' for them—they're a 'Routinier'.