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know-how

/ˈnoʊ haʊ/

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practical knowledge of how to do something

实际技能;诀窍

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The workshop gave new volunteers the know-how to repair bicycles safely.

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这场工作坊教会了新志愿者安全修理自行车的实用技能。

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