nuts and bolts — the basic practical details or essentials of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the basic practical details or essentials of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /nʌts ænd boʊlts/
Korean meaning: 어떤 일의 기본적이고 실질적인 세부사항, 핵심 요소
Korean pronunciation: **너**츠 앤 **볼**츠
Example Sentences
- The CEO's presentation was full of fancy charts, but the employees wanted to hear the nuts and bolts of the new policy.
- My grandmother can explain the nuts and bolts of cooking better than any celebrity chef on TV.
- The dating app promised to find your soulmate, but users just wanted the nuts and bolts: 'How much does it cost?'
nuts and bolts
NOUN//nʌts ænd boʊlts//
the basic practical details or essentials of something
In the center of the frame, an experienced mechanic demonstrates how to properly tighten bolts on an engine to a young apprentice. The instructor points to each specific bolt while explaining the fundamental steps of the repair process. The student watches intently and takes notes as the mechanic shows the essential techniques needed for the job. Other mechanics work on nearby vehicles, focusing on their own basic repair procedures. someone learning the basic practical details and essentials of mechanical work
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Origin
실제 기계 부품인 너트(nut)와 볼트(bolt)에서 유래된 표현으로, 기계를 조립하는 데 필요한 가장 기본적인 부품이라는 의미에서 '기본 요소'라는 비유적 의미로 발전했습니다.
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“The CEO's presentation was full of fancy charts, but the employees wanted to hear the nuts and bolts of the new policy.”
“My grandmother can explain the nuts and bolts of cooking better than any celebrity chef on TV.”
“The dating app promised to find your soulmate, but users just wanted the nuts and bolts: 'How much does it cost?'”
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