um|krempeln
Translation
to roll up, to turn inside out, to revolutionize, to shake up
Examples
Er krempelt die Ärmel hoch.
He rolls up his sleeves.
Sie will das ganze System umkrempeln.
She wants to revolutionize the whole system.
Grammar Patterns
to roll up ((sth.)) He rolls up his sleeves.
to revolutionize ((sth.)) The new CEO will shake up the company.
Similar Words
verändern, revolutionieren (figurative); hochkrempeln (literal)
Etymology
From the prefix 'um-' (around, over) and 'krempeln' (to turn, to card wool). Literally, to turn something over.
Memory Tips
Imagine rolling up your sleeves ('Ärmel umkrempeln') to start a big, revolutionary change. The physical action helps remember the figurative meaning.