arranger

Senses

1. 1.

   to arrange; to put in order

   to organize or tidy something

2. 2.

   to fix; to repair

   to mend or restore something to working condition

3. 3.

   to settle; to sort out

   to resolve a problem or disagreement

4. 4.

   to suit; to be convenient for

   to work well for someone's needs or plans

Examples

• "Je dois arranger ma chambre avant que les invités arrivent."

  I need to tidy my room before the guests arrive.

• "Il a fait arranger sa montre chez un horloger."

  He had his watch repaired at a watchmaker's.

• "Ça m'arrange très bien de partir le mardi."

  It suits me perfectly to leave on Tuesday.

Usage

Arranger is a versatile verb. When used with a person as the object, it can mean "to suit" (impersonal use: ça m'arrange). In music, "arranger" can also refer to arranging or orchestrating a piece. Reflexively, "s'arranger" means to manage, get along, or come to an agreement.