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In order Meaning in English

expression

ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈɔɹdɝ
in OR-der
ˈɪn/ /ˈɔːdɐ
in AW-duh

释义

Used to describe when things are arranged correctly or functioning well, or to show purpose ("in order to" means so that something can happen).

用法与细微差别

'In order' alone means organized or functioning; 'in order to' introduces purpose and is formal, but often shortened to 'to' in casual speech. Not interchangeable with 'on order' (waiting for delivery).

例句

Please keep your desk in order.

basic

Everything in the store is in order now.

basic

I went early in order to get a good seat.

basic

Is your passport in order for your trip?

natural

She turned off her phone in order not to be disturbed.

natural

If the documents aren’t in order, the bank won’t process the loan.

natural