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Korean idiom Take an active role

Idioms linked to “소매01” · Linked dictionary word

소매를 걷다

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English rendering Take an active role Literal translation: “Roll up one's sleeves”

Meaning 1

어떤 일에 아주 적극적인 태도를 취하다.

Adopt a very active attitude toward something.

Dictionary example 1

친구의 사업에서 재미를 본 그는 다니던 직장을 그만두더니 소매를 걷고 사업에만 매달렸다.

After profiting from his friend's business, he quit his job, rolled up his sleeves, and devoted himself entirely to business.

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“소매를 걷다” — Take an active role: Adopt a very active attitude toward something.
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