Aufräumen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Aufräumen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to tidy up", "to clean up" or "to clear up".

Essential properties of "aufräumen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: aufräumen
Simple past: räumte auf
Participle: aufgeräumt

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "aufräumen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To tidy up or clean a place"

Definition: "To tidy up or clean a place, putting things in their proper place."
Translation(s): to tidy up, to clean up, to clear up, to put in order
Synonym(s): ordnen, in Ordnung bringen, aufklaren
Antonym(s): unordentlich machen
Related word(s): einräumen, wegräumen, ausräumen

📝 Some usage examples:

Ich muss mein Zimmer aufräumen, bevor meine Eltern kommen.I need to tidy up my room before my parents come.
Kannst du mir bitte beim Aufräumen der Küche helfen?Can you please help me tidy up the kitchen?
Nach der Party haben wir stundenlang aufgeräumt.After the party, we tidied up for hours.

2.) "To clear out or get rid of things"

Definition: "To eliminate or get rid of unnecessary or unwanted things."
Translation(s): to clear out, to declutter, to get rid of, to sort out
Synonym(s): Entrümpeln, Ausmisten, Aussortieren
Antonym(s): Sammeln
Related word(s): Wegwerfen, Entsorgen

📝 Some usage examples:

Wir sollten den Keller aufräumen und alte Sachen wegwerfen.We should clear out the cellar and throw away old things.
Es ist Zeit, meinen Kleiderschrank aufräumen und ungetragene Kleidung zu spenden.It's time to clear out my wardrobe and donate unworn clothes.
Beim Aufräumen des Dachbodens fand ich viele vergessene Schätze.While clearing out the attic, I found many forgotten treasures.

3.) "Resolve a confusing or problematic situation"

Definition: "To resolve or clarify a confusing or problematic situation."
Translation(s): clear up, sort out, resolve, tidy up (metaphorical)
Synonym(s): klären, bereinigen, in Ordnung bringen
Antonym(s): verwirren
Related word(s): klarmachen, regeln

📝 Some usage examples:

Wir müssen dieses Missverständnis aufräumen, bevor es zu spät ist.We must clear up this misunderstanding before it's too late.
Der neue Manager hat schnell mit den alten Problemen aufgeräumt.The new manager quickly dealt with the old problems.
Es ist wichtig, dass wir die Situation aufräumen, um wieder normal arbeiten zu können.It is important that we clear up the situation to be able to work normally again.

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