Sort out: meaning, definitions and examples

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sort out

 

[ sɔːt aʊt ]

Phrasal verb
Context #1 | Phrasal verb

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.
Context #2 | Phrasal verb

verb

To resolve a problem or disagreement.

Synonyms

address, fix, resolve, settle

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

Word origin

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.