arranging
word · lemma: arrange
/ɝˈeɪndʒɪŋ/
/ɐɹˈeɪndʒɪŋ/
Definition
Putting things in a particular order or position, or making plans and preparations for something.
Usage & Nuances
Used for both physical organization (like 'arranging furniture') and planning events or schedules ('arranging a meeting'). Common collocations: 'arranging flowers', 'arranging transportation'. Not the same as 'organizing'—'arranging' emphasizes order or sequence.
Spanish: organizar - arreglar - disponerPortuguese (BR): organizar - arrumar - agendarPortuguese (PT): organizar - arrumar - marcarChinese (Simplified): 安排 - 整理Chinese (Traditional): 安排 - 整理Hindi: व्यवस्थित करना - आयोजित करनाArabic: ترتيب - تنظيمBengali: গুছানো - ব্যবস্থা করাRussian: расположение - организация (подготовка)Japanese: 並べること - 手配することVietnamese: sắp xếp - thu xếpKorean: 정리 - 준비Turkish: düzenleme - ayarlamaUrdu: ترتیب دینا - بندوبست کرناIndonesian: mengatur - menyusun
Example Sentences
The children are arranging their toys by color.
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I'm arranging a surprise party for my friend this weekend.
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She spent the afternoon arranging flowers in vases for the event.
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She is arranging the books on the shelf.
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He is arranging a meeting with his boss.
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We're arranging transportation to the airport for everyone.
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