ræp jɔːr hed əˈraʊnd ˈsʌmθɪŋ
Body Parts
informal
beginner
- Literally:
- Wrapping your head around an object
What does "wrap your head around something" mean?
- To understand something complex
- To comprehend a difficult concept
Examples
- I'm still trying to wrap my head around quantum physics.
- It took me a while to wrap my head around the new system.
- I can't wrap my head around why he did that.
Origin
Modern expression suggesting the mental effort of getting one's mind to 'surround' or encompass a concept.
How to use it
Often used with 'can't' to express continued confusion. Modern informal expression.
Similar expressions
understand
comprehend
grasp
figure out
get
Opposites
be confused by
not understand
be baffled
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Caught in the act of doing something wrong
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To stay positive and not be discouraged
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Listening attentively and eagerly
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To stop oneself from saying something
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