learn the ropes

English - Turkish

Definition of learn the ropes in English Turkish dictionary

{k} (deyim) bir işin usulünü,yolunu yordamını,girdisini çıktısını çok iyi bilmek

English - English

Definition of learn the ropes in English English dictionary

To learn the basics or master introductory knowledge

Work slowly and cautiously until you have learned the ropes.

Turkish pronunciation

lırn dhi rōps

Synonyms

get the hang of, get the knack of, learn the ins and outs

Pronunciation

/ˈlərn ᴛʜē ˈrōps/ /ˈlɜrn ðiː ˈroʊps/

Etymology

() Of nautical origin. The phrase "he knows the ropes" written on a seaman's discharge meant that he was inexperienced and only familiar with a ship's principal ropes. *1981, Snelling, Charles, Nomenclature of Ships, Naval Sea Systems Command: