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VocabJLPT N2

veteran

Nounの-Adjective

Definitions

1. veteran (in a particular field)
2. person with a lot of experience

This loanword from English refers to a veteran or experienced person who has a long track record in a particular field. It is used to describe professionals with deep knowledge and expertise gained over many years of practice.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Don't lean too hard on a veteran's gut feeling," the instructor warned.

Sentence 2

Isn't that person way too casual for someone with their experience?

Sentence 3

That posture says everything — it's the kind of calm only a veteran has.

Sentence 4

"Even veterans mess up," my mom said with a laugh.

Sentence 5

Excuse me, could you have one of the more experienced staff take a look at this?