久经考验 (jiǔ jīng kǎo yàn) — well-tested and proven over a long period; seasoned

Definition

An idiom for a person or thing that has been tested and proven reliable over a long time. Used to praise durability and trustworthiness, more literary than everyday '经验丰富'.

verb
well-tested and proven over a long periodseasoned

Examples

  • 久经考验
    Tā shì yí wèi jiǔ jīng kǎo yàn de zhàn shì.
    He is a seasoned warrior.
  • 久经考验
    Zhè ge pǐn pái jiǔ jīng kǎo yàn, zhí dé xìn lài.
    This brand has been tested over time and is trustworthy.
  • 久经考验
    Wǒ men de yǒu yì jiǔ jīng kǎo yàn, cóng wèi gǎi biàn.
    Our friendship has been tested over time and has never changed.

Browse more HSK 7-9 words or search the full 43,000-word dictionary.