Show somebody/know/learn the ropes

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Pro Tip 1/2

Workplace Context

Often used in professional settings to describe being trained on a new job. Slide

I was nervous about using the software, but my manager is helping me learn the ropes.

Pro Tip 2/2

First Experience

Implies inexperience and the process of becoming familiar with something. Slide

Joining the debate team was daunting, but the captain is helping me learn the ropes.

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