熟悉 (shú xi) — to be familiar with, to know well

Definition

熟悉 means you're already comfortable with something — a place, topic, or routine — from repeated exposure. Unlike 认识 (used for first meetings or recognizing a person), 熟悉 implies deeper, ongoing familiarity.

verb
to be familiar withto know well

Examples

  • 熟悉
    Wǒ shú xi zhè ge chéng shì.
    I am familiar with this city.
  • 熟悉
    Nǐ shú xi tā de gōng zuò ma?
    Are you familiar with his work?
  • 熟悉
    Wǒ men hěn shú xi zhè ge dì fāng.
    We are very familiar with this place.

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