zhěng
verb, adjective, nounIntermediate
general

To arrange or organize something in an orderly manner.

请整理一下你的书桌。

Please tidy up your desk.

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Commonly used to describe making something neat or orderly.

general

To repair or fix something that is broken or damaged.

我需要整一下这台电脑。

I need to fix this computer.

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Often used in the context of repairing electronic devices or machinery.

general

To prepare or get ready for something.

我们需要整好行李准备出发。

We need to pack our bags and get ready to leave.

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Used to describe the process of preparing for an event or activity.

informal

To scold or reprimand someone.

老师整了他一顿。

The teacher scolded him.

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Informal usage, often used in a playful or lighthearted manner.

Collocations

整理to tidy up整顿to reorganize整修to renovate整治to punish

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

整顿phrase
to reorganize
整理phrase
to tidy up
整治phrase
to punish

💡Pro Tip

Context Matters

The meaning of '整' can change based on the context. For example, '整理' means to tidy up, while '整治' means to punish.

Gold Rule

Common Usage

'整' is commonly used to describe actions related to arranging, fixing, or preparing something.

📖Word Origin

The character 整 is composed of the radical '一' (one) and '正' (correct), indicating the idea of making something correct or orderly.

📝Usage Notes

The meaning of '整' can vary significantly depending on the context. It is important to pay attention to the surrounding words to determine the correct usage.

Word Breakdown

one
radical
+
correct
radical
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