JLPT N4 Elementary
片付ける
Tidying up clutter or finishing a task
Readings
Other forms
片づける alternative spelling
片付けます polite form
片付けて te-form
片付けた past form
片付け noun form, "a tidying"
1 Transitive Verb
To Tidy Up / Put Away
Describes the act of restoring order to a chaotic space by returning scattered items to their designated locations.
Example
食べ 終わったら 、 お 皿 を 片付けて ください 。
When you're done eating, please clear the dishes.
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2 Transitive Verb
To Finish Up / Get Done
Refers to settling a pending issue, completing a task, or resolving a problem so it is no longer a concern.
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