Arrange (en. Arrange)
/aʁɑ̃ʒ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To put things in order or in place.
She arranges the flowers in a vase.
Elle arrange les fleurs dans un vase.
To prepare something so that it is ready to be used.
He arranged a meeting for tomorrow.
Il a arrangé une réunion pour demain.
To modify or adjust something to improve it.
He arranged the music for the concert.
Il a arrangé la musique pour le concert.
Etymology
From Old French 'aranger', derived from Latin 'ad' (to) and 'rangere' (to arrange, to set in order).
Common Phrases and Expressions
to sort things out
To put order in a situation.
arranger les choses
to figure things out
To find a solution, often informally.
s'arranger
to settle things well
To find a good compromise.
bien s'arranger
Related Words
organization
Action of structuring or arranging elements.
organisation
configuration
Particular arrangement of elements.
configuration
planning
Action of planning and organizing steps to complete a project.
planification
Slang Meanings
To update or enhance something.
He arranged his resume before applying.
Il a arrangé son CV avant de postuler.
To find a solution to a problem.
He will sort that out quickly.
Il va arranger ça rapidement.