riorganizzarsi
The English phrase regroup can be translated into Italian as riorganizzarsi.
The verb is used to describe the act of pausing to get organized again. To convey the idea of coming together to face a common challenge, you can also use the expression Fare fronte comune.
Meaning: pause and get organized again (intransitive) (verb)
What does it mean word for word?
The word contains the prefix ri-, which means 'again' or 're-', indicating that the action is being repeated.
How does it change in a sentence?
As a reflexive verb, riorganizzarsi requires a reflexive pronoun (mi, ti, si, ci, vi, si) to indicate that the subject is organizing themselves.
Did you know?
- To regroup mentally, Italians say riordinare le idee, which treats thoughts like physical objects in a room that need to be tidied up.
- In a military context, rather than riorganizzarsi, Italians use ricomporsi. This term describes a unit regaining its formation and composure after a chaotic retreat.
- When a person is 'regrouping' after an emotional shock, the more natural verb is often riprendersi, which literally translates to 'to take oneself back'.
Examples in context
- Dobbiamo riorganizzarci per affrontare la situazioneWe need to regroup to face the situation
- Dopo l'incidente, le truppe si riunirono di nuovo per pianificare una nuova strategiaAfter the incident, the troops regrouped to plan a new strategy
- Dopo un periodo di pausa, è importante riconcentrarsi per raggiungere gli obiettiviAfter a break, it's important to regroup and achieve the goals
- Dobbiamo raggrupparci prima dell'inizio del giocoWe need to regroup before the game starts
- È il momento di riorganizzarsi per la prossima fase.It is time to regroup for the next phase.
Example conversation
Sofia and Francesco are planning a complex project.
- SofiaSiamo troppo confusi, dobbiamo riorganizzarsi.We are too confused, we need to regroup.
- FrancescoHai ragione, facciamo una pausa.You're right, let's take a break.
- SofiaSì, così possiamo ripartire meglio.Yes, that way we can start over better.
- FrancescoPerfetto, ci vediamo tra dieci minuti.Perfect, I'll see you in ten minutes.
