be experienced in

[bi ɪkˈspɪəriənst ɪn]
verb phrase
ter experiência em
1. to have knowledge, skill, or familiarity with something gained through involvement or practice over time
She is experienced in software development and has worked in the field for over 10 years.
Ela tem experiência em desenvolvimento de software e trabalha na área há mais de 10 anos.
2. to be knowledgeable or skilled in a particular activity or subject due to repeated exposure
He is experienced in customer service and handles complaints very professionally.
Ele tem experiência em atendimento ao cliente e lida com reclamações de forma muito profissional.
In Brazilian professional environments, 'ter experiência em' is the standard phrase used in job applications and interviews. Americans often use this phrase in resume writing and professional conversations. The phrase is crucial in both cultures when discussing qualifications and career advancement.
NYC Slang
got the skills / got game in [something]
Synonyms / Sinônimos
be skilled inbe proficient inhave expertise inbe versed inknow aboutbe familiar with
Antonyms / Antônimos
be inexperienced inbe unfamiliar withlack experience inbe ignorant of

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ter experiência em
most common and standard usage
São Paulo
ter experiência em / ser experiente em
both forms are commonly used in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
ter experiência em
standard usage, sometimes shortened to 'ter prática em'
Portugal
ter experiência em / estar familiarizado com
Portuguese variant may use 'estar familiarizado' more frequently

Related Words

experienceexpertiseproficiencyskillcompetenceknowledge

Related Idioms & Phrases

have been around the block
know the ropes
been there, done that
know the score
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