English Expression · Advanced
roll your sleeves above the elbows
fold sleeves upward past the elbows
Pronunciation: roll your sleeves above the elbows
Meaning
A natural expression used to convey: fold sleeves upward past the elbows.
Example
Roll your sleeves above the elbows before washing the dishes.
Fold your sleeves upward before washing the dishes.
Practice tips
- Practice roll your sleeves above the elbows out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for advanced-level learners.