What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
organise
Example
I need to organise my closet because it's a mess. [organise: verb]
Example
She is responsible for organising the company's annual conference. [organising: gerund or present participle]
arrange
Example
I will arrange the books on the shelf by author's last name. [arrange: verb]
Example
The caterer will arrange the food for the party. [arrange: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Arrange is more commonly used than organise in American English, while organise is more commonly used in British English. Both words are widely used in everyday language and can be used interchangeably in many contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between organise and arrange?
Both organise and arrange are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
