English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i am still learning the ropes" Mean?
Learn what "i am still learning the ropes" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
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Explain
company, still learning the ropes.
It means the speaker is still becoming familiar with how things work.
From Billionaire Daughter’S Love Triangle, Episode 15
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone admits they are still learning how to do the job or task.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you want to say you are new or still gaining experience. It is common in work settings and sounds natural and modest.
Better ways to say it
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I'm still learning the ropes.
2
I'm new and still figuring things out.
3
I'm still getting used to it.
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