Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Orderly; well-ordered: Describes a state where things are arranged neatly, systematically, and in their proper places. It implies tidiness and a clear, logical organization.
   • Tidy; methodical: Can describe a person's character or habits, indicating a tendency to maintain order and systematic arrangement in their work, living space, or life.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • Căn phòng của cô ấy luôn rất ngăn nắp. (Her room is always very orderly.)
  • Anh ấy là một người ngăn nắp trong công việc. (He is a methodical person in his work.)
  • Hãy sắp xếp tài liệu cho thật ngăn nắp. (Please arrange the documents in a very orderly fashion.)

Advanced Usage

• The word ngăn nắp often carries a positive connotation of discipline, efficiency, and care. It is more specific than "gọn gàng" (neat/tidy), emphasizing systematic order and logical placement.
  • Phong cách sống ngăn nắp giúp tiết kiệm thời gian. (An orderly lifestyle helps save time.)

Variants and Related Words

• Ngăn nắp, gọn gàng: A common paired phrase meaning "neat and tidy," emphasizing both order and cleanliness.
  • Cô ấy giữ mọi thứ ngăn nắp, gọn gàng. (She keeps everything neat and tidy.)

Synonyms

• Orderly: Arranged in a systematic way.
• Tidy: Neat and organized.
• Methodical: Done according to a systematic or established procedure.
• Well-organized: Having good organization.

Related Idioms and Phrases

• Sống ngăn nắp: To live an orderly life.

  • Sống ngăn nắp là một thói quen tốt. (Living an orderly life is a good habit.)

• Tính cách ngăn nắp: An orderly personality/character.

  • Tính cách ngăn nắp rất có lợi trong quản lý. (An orderly character is very beneficial in management.)

adj

1. orderly; well-ordered
   • nhà cửa ngăn nắp
     well-ordered house