der Erfahrene
Translation
experienced person, expert, veteran
Examples
Ein Erfahrener kann das Problem schnell lösen.
An experienced person can solve the problem quickly.
Er gilt als Erfahrener auf diesem Gebiet.
He is considered an expert in this field.
Wir stellen nur Erfahrene ein.
We only hire experienced people.
Grammar Patterns
to be considered an experienced person/expert Er gilt als Erfahrener auf diesem Gebiet.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Experte, Fachmann (expert); Antonyms: Anfänger (beginner), Neuling (novice)
Etymology
A nominalized adjective from the verb 'erfahren' (to experience). It comes from er- (a prefix indicating achievement) + fahren (to travel). Literally, someone who has 'traveled through' things.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who has 'fahren' (traveled) a lot and therefore has a lot of 'Erfahrung' (experience).