learn the ropes
英 美
He tried hiring more salesmen to push his radio products, but they took too much time to learn the ropes.
他试图雇佣更多的销售员来推销无线电产品,但那些人用了太多时间熟悉门道。
You have to learn the ropes too.
你还得掌握新工作要领。
I'm still trying to learn the ropes.
我还在努力掌握诀窍。