German Conversation · Level 80
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German word
geordnet
Pronunciation
IPA/gəˈɔɐ̯dnət/
Meaning
- adjectiveorganized
Example
Die Akten sind geordnet.
The files are organized.
More examples
Sein Tagesablauf ist geordnet und effizient.
His daily routine is organized and efficient.
Core concept
A set of labeled folders, with every document in its proper section and the whole system easy to follow.
Common phrases
ein geordnetes Leben
an organized life
geordnete Abläufe
organized procedures
in geordneter Reihenfolge
in an orderly sequence
Similar words
strukturiert: Divided into clear parts or stages with a defined overall arrangement.
systematisch: Organized according to a consistent method or set of procedures.
Definition in German
durch systematisches Ordnen übersichtlich und strukturiert dargestellt oder vorhanden
Word origin
German geordnet is the past participle of ordnen, formed with ge- and -t, while ordnen ultimately comes from Latin ordinare, meaning 'to arrange'.
Usage tips
- Geordnet often describes a structured arrangement or process, while ordentlich more often means neat or proper and aufgeraeumt means tidied up.
Other meanings
- orderlyadjective
Opposites
- chaotischchaoticadjective
- durcheinanderdisorganizedadjective