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  What it means

  Literally “to roll up one’s sleeves,” this idiom has the same meaning as the English phrase. It means getting ready for hard work or taking on a difficult task with energy and determination. It is used literally before manual work and figuratively before starting a big project.

  Vocabulary

  • zakasać — to roll up / tuck up
  • rękaw — sleeve
  • praca — work
  • gotowy — ready

  Grammar note

  The verb 'zakasać' is perfective, implying a focused action of preparation. 'Rękawy' is the accusative plural form, serving as the direct object of the verb.

  Cultural context

  This is a neutral, widely understood expression. It has a positive sense of hard work and a "can-do" attitude.

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