Alsoたたみのうえのすいれん
- useless book learning; knowing the theory but being unable to put it into practice; practising swimming on a tatami matidiomatic expressionjocular, humorous term
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
Generated: This phrase implies having theoretical knowledge without the ability to apply it in practical situations. It suggests that a person can learn concepts but lacks the skills to implement them effectively.