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It's obviously nerve-wracking, because I don't know the ropes really, William is obviously used to it, but I'm willing to learn quickly and work hard.
Kate Middleton

Meaning of "know the ropes" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF KNOW THE ROPES

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WHAT DOES KNOW THE ROPES MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Definition of know the ropes in the English dictionary

The definition of know the ropes in the dictionary is to have a thorough understanding of a particular sphere of activity. Other definition of know the ropes is to be experienced in the ways of the world.


WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE KNOW THE ROPES

know
know a hawk from a handsaw
know backwards
know better than to
know by name
know by sight
know one´s onions
know one´s place
know something inside out
know what one is talking about
know what´s what
know-all
know-how
know-it-all
know-nothing
knowable
knowableness
knower
knowing
knowingly

WORDS THAT END LIKE KNOW THE ROPES

cyclopes
mopes
nursery slopes
on the ropes
ropes
Stopes
stylopes
the mopes
to know the ropes
to learn the ropes
to show sb the ropes

Synonyms and antonyms of know the ropes in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «KNOW THE ROPES»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «know the ropes» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of know the ropes

Translation of «know the ropes» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF KNOW THE ROPES

Find out the translation of know the ropes to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of know the ropes from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «know the ropes» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

懂行
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

saber las cuerdas
570 millions of speakers

English

know the ropes
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

रस्सियों पता
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

تعرف الحبال
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

знаю веревки
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

sabe as cordas
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

দড়ি জানি
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

connaître les ficelles
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Ketahui tali
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

kennen die Seile
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

ロープを知っている
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

밧줄을 알고
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Ngerti tali
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

biết những sợi dây thừng
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

கயிறுகள் தெரியும்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

दोरी ओळखा
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Halatları bil
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

conoscere le corde
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

wiem liny
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

знаю мотузки
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

știu corzi
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

γνωρίζουν τα σχοινιά
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

weet dat die toue
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

vet repen
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

vet tauene
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of know the ropes

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «KNOW THE ROPES»

The term «know the ropes» is quite widely used and occupies the 36.443 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about know the ropes

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QUOTES WITH «KNOW THE ROPES»

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Kate Middleton
It's obviously nerve-wracking, because I don't know the ropes really, William is obviously used to it, but I'm willing to learn quickly and work hard.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «KNOW THE ROPES»

Discover the use of know the ropes in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to know the ropes and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The ropes: girls have the rules, women know the ropes
A dating guide for adult women counsels readers on how to navigate the tumultuous singles scene with poise and confidence, covering such topics as dating in middle life, shopping for flattering fashions, and dating younger men.
Judy Steinberg, Raechel Donahue, 2005
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Accidents in North American Mountaineering 2012
Data and case studies on last year's climbing accidents throughout the U.S and Canada, including narratives and analyses - Chronicle of climbing accidents in North America - Tables that show demographic trends and causes of accidents - ...
John Williamson, 2012
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American Idioms and Some Phrases Just for Fun
He just doesn't know the ropes! B. The new man is fired! He just doesn't know the ropes! C. She's fired! She just doesn't know the ropes! D. The foreman is fired! He just doesn't know the ropes! E. They're fired! They just don't know the ropes!
Edward Swick, 1999
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MotorBoating
You, too, know the ropes about a lot of things. After all, you are the operating head of a household and responsible for the care and well being of a number of people. But, you may not know the ropes around the boat. Not because it's difficult, ...
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English-Albanian Dictionary of Idioms
know best know the ropes know best e di me mire □ 7 want to get up. ' 'But the doctor said you were to stay in bed, and surely he know best? ' know better (than to do sth) e di, e kupton shume' mire qe s'duhet te' .... □ There was hardly any ...
Ilo Stefanllari, 2000
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Idioms in the News - 1,000 Phrases, Real Examples
If you know the ropes, you know how things are done and how to succeed. If you do not know the ropes, you may have to learn the ropes or have an experienced person show you the ropes. Examples of know the ropes date from the early ...
Peter Bengelsdorf
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Wordsworth Dictionary of Phrase and Fable
To know the ropes. To be up to all the tricks and dodges ; to know exactly what is the proper thing to do. I am no longer the verdant country squire, the natural prey of swindlers, blacklegs, and sharks. No, air, I 1 know the ropes." and these ...
Ebenezer Cobham Brewer, 2001
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Sell Or Sink: Strategies, Tactics and Tools Every Business ...
Chapters: KNOW THE ROPES The secret of all victory lies in the organization of the non-obvious.36 Marcus Aurelius / wish to have no Connection with any Ship that does not Sail fast for I intend to go in harm's way.37 John Paul Jones ...
Michael D. Krause, 2011
9
運動英語
k, (5) it was over — know the ropes master the details; understand how to do something ( fijug ) *DiI£Qfa**S#8^ ° [ fHt* 1 iS ...... ( 41 .H show [one] the ropes, learn the ropes Many fear that bulletin boards cost a lot to use, or that their computers ...
劉佑知, 2002
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Dictionary of Word Origins: A History of the Words, ...
KITTY KNICKERS KNOW THE ROPES KNUCKLE UNDER Kitty. How did the common pool of a poker game come to be called the "kitty"? The term comes from the Middle English word kist— from which we also get our modern word "chest.
Jordan Almond, 1995

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «KNOW THE ROPES»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term know the ropes is used in the context of the following news items.
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Know the ropes on ride and room sharing - The Island Gazette …
The sharing economy is growing these days as companies offer innovative ways for consumers to access services they need, like a ride or a ... «Island Gazette, Jul 15»
2
Children's consignment sales crank up in Nashville area
There are seriously seasoned consignment shoppers who really know the ropes of how to make the most of these sales, but the basic shopping ... «The Tennessean, Jul 15»
3
Tips for successful blogging from WordPress
Whether you're just starting out as a journalist or already know the ropes, a blog is a useful means of demonstrating your ability to write well, ... «Journalism.co.uk, Jul 15»
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Sayed Kashua is moving, and the Iranians are there to help - Haaretz
Besides the families of Israeli friends, the Iranian families were the ones who really helped us get to know the ropes and adjust to our new life. «Haaretz, Jul 15»
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The EMV countdown is on: What merchants should be doing now
We've been through the EMV transition in more than a dozen countries (most recently Canada, circa 2012), so we know the ropes. Here are ... «Mobile Payments Today, Jul 15»
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Farmers Markets – A Welcome Sign Of Summer
Thank you to all our loyal customers who already know the ropes and patronize the market week after week! Be sure to check out the ... «Milford LIVE, Jul 15»
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Know the ropes
A nautical touch makes for a textural accent for homes on the coast. Fixed rope handle $12 online at www.anthropologie.com. Continue ... «Boston Globe, Jul 15»
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Weather plays havoc at Dun Laoghaire Regatta
Racing continues until Sunday, however you do not need to know the ropes to push the boat out and enjoy the Dun Laoghaire regatta. «UTV Ireland, Jul 15»
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Mid-Sized Firms Struggle Overseas
“Unless you're a big company and know the ropes and have connections, it's very hard for us to break down the barriers and get contracts.”. «Wall Street Journal, Jul 15»
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Jankowski slowly growing into big shoes to fill, the draft-day …
“I know the ropes a little bit. I want to have the best showing that I can. I want to be first in line, getting the extra reps in drills, just trying to put ... «Calgary Herald, Jul 15»

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