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能干
nénggàn
Description
"能干"用来说一个人很会做事，又聪明又有能力。
"能干" is used to describe a person who is very capable, smart, and competent.
我们常常夸别人能干，比如工作做得又快又好的人。
We often praise others as 能干, for example, someone who does their work quickly and well.
Meanings
能干nénggàn
capable, competent, able to do things well
她很能干，什么事都能做好。
She is very capable and can do everything well.
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Notes
- Etymology
能 (able) + 干 (to do), literally "able to do things".
- Nuance
praises practical competence, often said about workers, colleagues, or homemakers.
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