Arreglare (en. I will fix it)

/a.re.ɣla.re/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To adjust something so that it works correctly.
I'm going to fix the computer because it doesn't turn on.
Voy a arreglar la computadora porque no enciende.
To modify something to perform a specific function.
She has to fix the presentation before the meeting.
Ella tiene que arreglar la presentación antes de la reunión.
To solve a problem or conflict.
They had to settle their differences before continuing to work together.
Tuvieron que arreglar sus diferencias antes de continuar trabajando juntos.

Etymology

From the Latin 'arreglare', which means 'to make arrangements'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to settle accounts
To resolve a conflict or pending situation.
arreglar cuentas
to resolve the matter
To solve an inconvenience or problem.
arreglar el asunto
to get ready
To prepare or dress appropriately.
arreglarse

Related Words

arrangement
The action of adjusting or correcting something.
arreglo
to adjust oneself
To make adjustments to oneself, such as in appearance.
arreglarse

Slang Meanings

To make things right.
After that argument, I decided to make things right with him.
Después de aquella discusión, decidí arreglar las cosas con él.
To fix someone's life.
He always tries to fix my life by giving me advice.
Él siempre intenta arreglarme la vida dándome consejos.