organize
Meaning: To arrange or plan systematically; to put things in order
The verb 'organise' (British spelling) or 'organize' (American spelling) means to arrange, plan, or coordinate something systematically. It can refer to planning events (organise a party), putting things in order (organise files), or forming a group for a purpose (organise workers). Being 'organised' is considered a positive trait indicating efficiency and preparation.
Examples
- She's organising a surprise party for his birthday. 她正在为他的生日策划一个惊喜派对。Está organizando una fiesta sorpresa para su cumpleaños.彼女は彼の誕生日にサプライズパーティーを企画しています。그녀는 그의 생일 깜짝 파티를 준비하고 있습니다.
- I need to organise my desk—it's a complete mess. 我需要整理我的桌子——完全是一团糟。Necesito organizar mi escritorio, está hecho un desastre.机を整理しなければ。完全に散らかっています。책상을 정리해야 해요. 완전히 엉망이거든요.
- The charity organises events to raise money for research. 该慈善机构组织活动为研究筹集资金。La organización benéfica organiza eventos para recaudar dinero para la investigación.その慈善団体は研究のための資金を集めるイベントを開催しています。그 자선단체는 연구 기금을 모으기 위한 행사를 주최합니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Medieval Latin 'organizare', from Latin 'organum' meaning 'instrument, organ', from Greek 'organon' (tool). The idea is of arranging parts into a functioning whole, like the organs of a body.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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