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上手
shǒu
Description
“上手”这个词有很多意思，最常用的是表示做一件事很快、很快就学会了。
The word "上手" has many meanings; the most common is to indicate doing something quickly or learning it fast.
读音不同，意思也不同，我们要注意听。
Different pronunciations of "上手" have different meanings, so we need to listen carefully.
Meanings
上手shàngshǒu
to get the hang of; to start doing
这个工作我很快就上手了。
I picked up this job quickly.
上手shàngshou
skilled; good at (something)
他做菜很上手。
He's skilled at cooking.
上手shàngshǒu
the upper hand; the seat of honor
请长辈坐在上手。
Please have the elder sit on the upper side.
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Notes
- Etymology
上 (up/superior) + 手 (hand), literally 'to put a hand up to something'.
- Nuance
上手 stresses getting started quickly; 擅长 stresses a lasting talent or expertise.
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