arrumar
to tidy up; to organize; to get ready
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/a.ʁu.ˈmaɾ/
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Cultural Note
'Arrumar' is a versatile verb in Brazilian Portuguese. 'Se arrumar' means to get ready (dress up, do hair/makeup), 'arrumar a casa' means to tidy the house, and 'arrumar um emprego' means to find a job. In Portugal, 'arranjar' is more commonly used for finding or getting things.
📝 Example Sentences
Arrume o seu quarto antes de sair.
Tidy up your room before leaving.
Ela está se arrumando para a festa.
She is getting ready for the party.
Preciso arrumar o armário.
I need to organize the closet.