Here's a refined summary of the verb "arrange" with clear examples and explanations:
Arrange /əˈreɪndʒ/
Part of Speech
: Verb
Meaning
: To organize, plan, or put things in a certain order. It can also mean to prepare or make arrangements for something, such as events or meetings.
1. To Arrange (as a Transitive Verb)
a) Using a Noun or Pronoun as an Object
Examples
Can I arrange an appointment for Monday?
(我可以安排星期一约见吗？)
We need to arrange a meeting to discuss the budget.
(我们需要安排一个会议来讨论预算。)
She arranged everything with her customary efficiency.
(她以她特有的高效率把一切都已安排妥当。)
b) Using an Infinitive as an Object
Examples
I have arranged to meet my friend tomorrow.
(我已经安排好明天和朋友见面。)
They arranged to start early.
(他们计划一早出发。)
c) Using a That-Clause as an Object
(Often with the subjunctive mood)
Examples
I've arranged that we can borrow their car.
(我已经说好了，我们可以借用他们的车。)
They arranged that the meeting should be put off to Saturday.
(他们安排把会议推迟到星期六。)
d) Do Not Use Double Objects
Correct
:
Please arrange an interview with the workers for us.
(请给我们安排一次与工人的会见。)
Incorrect
:
Please arrange us an interview with the workers.
2. To Arrange (as an Intransitive Verb)
a) With Prepositions
Examples
We must arrange about that.
(我们须对此事作出安排。)
She arranged for the shipping of her furniture to England.
(她安排将家具海运到英国。)
b) Common Phrasal Structures
Arrange for sb (sth) to do sth
Examples
The hotel manager will arrange for a babysitter.
(宾馆经理会安排人照看婴儿。)
We arranged for a car to pick us up at the airport.
(我们安排了一辆车在机场接我们。)
3. To Arrange (to Organize or Order)
a) Refers to Organizing or Ordering Items
Examples
The books are arranged alphabetically by author.
(这些书是按作者姓名字母顺序排列的。)
He arranged the documents in neat piles.
(他把文件一摞摞地码得整整齐齐。)
The room is arranged very attractively.
(这个房间布置得十分宜人。)
Feel free to reach out if you have any more questions or need further clarification!