to learn how to do something, especially a job
何かをする方法を学ぶ、特に仕事 (nanika wo suru houhou wo manabu, tokuni shigoto)
"She is new here, but she is quickly learning the ropes."
"彼女はここでは新しいですが、すぐにロープスを学んでいます。" (kanojo wa koko de wa atarashii desu ga, sugu ni ropes wo manandeimasu)
to complete a task or promise as planned
a risky or uncertain situation where the outcome is doubtful
Excessive media attention or excitement over a story.
deceitful; pretending to be friendly while being dishonest
to be patient until something becomes clear
an attempt to obtain sensitive information by deceit