释义 |
know-howˈknow-how noun [uncountable] informal  - The US supplied the machinery, the know-how, and most of the capital.
- There was a lack of managerial and technical know-how in the steel industry.
- We have the know-how to prevent accidents from happening.
► knowledge the facts and information that you have learned, and the understanding you have gained: · Our knowledge of other cultures and societies has improved.· scientific knowledge ► expertise special knowledge about how to do something, that you get through experience, training, or study: · The technical expertise was provided by a Japanese company.· They need people with medical expertise. ► know-how practical knowledge about how to do something: · Business leaders often lack the local know-how to tackle problems in specific countries.· financial know-how ► wisdom good sense and judgment, based on knowledge and experience: · the wisdom of the older family members· It’s a matter of common wisdom that newspapers cannot be trusted. ► grasp how much you know about a situation or subject, and how well you understand it: · He’s been praised for his grasp of the country’s economic problems.· She has a good grasp of the language. facts and information that you know► knowledge facts and information that you know: · He doesn't have the skills or knowledge needed to do the job.knowledge of: · My knowledge of Japanese is limited to a few phrases.scientific/medical/technical etc knowledge: · Our assumptions are based on current scientific knowledge. ► expertise special knowledge about how to do something, gained through study or practical experience: · The technical expertise was provided by a Japanese company.· His expertise will be invaluable to understanding technological challenges the BBC is facing. expertise in: · The organisation has employees with expertise in both medical and counselling services. ► know-how practical knowledge about how to do something: · There was a lack of managerial and technical know-how in the steel industry.· The US supplied the machinery, the know-how, and most of the capital. knowledge, practical ability, or skill to do something: those who have the know-how to exploit the technology to the fullest the know-how needed by today’s practising lawyer No other company had the technical know-how to deal with the disaster.► see thesaurus at knowledge |