腕に縒りをかける (Ude ni yori wo kakeru)

Literal Translation: “To twist one’s arm.”

Meaning and Usage:

  • 自分の力を最大限に発揮しようとがんばる事。(to put all one’s skill.)

Examples:

  • 誕生日には腕に縒りをかけた料理を作って上げるね。(I’m going to cook a special meal at your birthday.)
  • *It’s often used with ryori (cooking).

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