Meaning of the word "an old head on young shoulders" in English
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an old head on young shoulders
US /æn oʊld hɛd ɑn jʌŋ ˈʃoʊl.dərz/
UK /æn oʊld hɛd ɑn jʌŋ ˈʃoʊl.dərz/
Idiom
1.
a child or young person who thinks and acts like an older, more experienced person
Example:
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Despite being only ten, she has an old head on young shoulders and always offers sensible advice.
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The new intern, though young, clearly has an old head on young shoulders, handling complex tasks with ease.
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