verb · to ponder, mull over, or think through something carefully

他在琢磨该怎么解决这个问题。

verb · to carve and polish jade or other precious stones

这块玉石经过精心琢磨，显得格外晶莹剔透。

verb · to polish and refine a literary work, artistic creation, or skill

他的文章经过反复琢磨，辞藻变得非常华丽。