Sort out: meaning, definitions and examples
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sort out
[ sɔːt aʊt ]
verb
To organize or arrange something that is in a state of disorder or confusion.
Synonyms
arrange, organize, straighten out, tidy up
Examples of usage
- I need to sort out my closet, it's a mess.
- She helped me sort out my thoughts and feelings.
- We need to sort out the issue before it escalates.
- Let's sort out the details of the plan before we proceed.
- If we don't sort out this problem soon, it will only get worse.
verb
To resolve a problem or disagreement.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- We need to sort out our differences and move forward.
- It's important to sort out any misunderstandings as soon as possible.
- Let's sit down and sort out this issue like adults.
- They managed to sort out their financial disputes through mediation.
- The committee will help us sort out the legal matters.
Translations
Translations of the word "sort out" in other languages:
🇵🇹 resolver
🇮🇳 समाधान करना
🇩🇪 klären
🇮🇩 menyelesaikan
🇺🇦 розібратися
🇵🇱 rozwiązać
🇯🇵 解決する (kaiketsu suru)
🇫🇷 régler
🇪🇸 resolver
🇹🇷 çözmek
🇰🇷 해결하다 (haegyeolhada)
🇸🇦 حل
🇨🇿 vyřešit
🇸🇰 vyriešiť
🇨🇳 解决 (jiějué)
🇸🇮 rešiti
🇮🇸 leysa
🇰🇿 шешу
🇬🇪 გადაწყვეტა
🇦🇿 həll etmək
🇲🇽 resolver
Etymology
The term 'sort out' originated in the late 19th century, combining the words 'sort' and 'out' to convey the idea of organizing or resolving something. It is commonly used in everyday language to describe the act of arranging, categorizing, or resolving issues. The phrasal verb has become popular due to its versatility in expressing both physical and abstract actions.