arreglar

Senses

1. 1.

   to fix, to repair

   to restore something broken or damaged to working condition

2. 2.

   to arrange, to organize

   to put things in order or make preparations for an event

3. 3.

   to resolve, to settle

   to sort out or reach a solution to a problem or dispute

4. 4.

   to tidy (up), to neaten

   to make something neat or presentable

Examples

• "Tengo que arreglar mi coche; el motor no funciona bien."

  I have to fix my car; the engine is not working well.

• "¿Puedes ayudarme a arreglar la sala antes de que lleguen los invitados?"

  Can you help me tidy up the living room before the guests arrive?

• "Esperamos arreglar el conflicto en la próxima reunión."

  We hope to resolve the conflict at the next meeting.

Usage

Highly versatile verb; very common in everyday speech. When used reflexively (arreglarse), it means "to get ready" or "to manage/get by." Often collocates with specific nouns: arreglar la casa, arreglar un asunto, arreglar ropa. Register is neutral and widely used across all levels.