Definition
整理 means to arrange or sort things into order, often systematically (e.g., organizing files, tidying a room). It's more about putting things in their proper place than 收拾 (shōu shi), which is a general 'tidy up' and also means 'pack' or 'deal with someone'. 清理 (qīng lǐ) focuses on clearing out and discarding unwanted items.
verb
to arrangeto tidy upto sort out
Examples
- 整理。Qǐng bǎ shū zhěng lǐ hǎo.Please arrange the books neatly.
- 整理。Tā zhèngzài zhěng lǐ fángjiān.He is tidying up the room.
- 整理。Wǒ huā le yí gè xiǎoshí zhěng lǐ zīliào.I spent an hour sorting out the materials.
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