sort

sɔrt
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Translation of sort from English into Dutch,

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Noun

1.

classification

category of things with common characteristics
  • There are different sorts of apples.Er zijn verschillende soorten appels.
2.

organization

act of sorting items
  • The sort of the files took hours.Het sorteren van de dossiers duurde uren.

Verb

tr.
1.

categorize

separate items into categories based on criteria
  • She sorted the clothes by color.Ze sorteerde de kleren op kleur.
2.

resolve

UK
fix a problem or handle a task
UK
  • I'll sort the issue by tomorrow.Ik zal het probleem tegen morgen oplossen.
3.

computing

TECH.
arrange computer data in a convenient order
TECH.
  • The program sorted the data in seconds.Het programma sorteerde de gegevens in enkele seconden.
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Expressions with sort: examples in English and translations in Dutch

doorzoeken
uitzoeken
She had to sort through the papers on her desk.
ophelderen
uitzoeken
We need to sort out the misunderstanding.
aardig mens
goede ziel
Grandma is such a good sort, always helping others.
ophelderen
uitzoeken
Let's sort things out to avoid confusion.
zich vanzelf oplossen
Don't worry, the problem will sort itself out.
iets dergelijks
iets van die aard
He denied saying anything of the sort.

Images of sort

  • sort: piece of metal type for printing
    (typography) letterblok

Synonyms and analogies of sort in English

Examples of sort in a sentence

  • The sort of music played was classical.
  • The sort of the library books was done by volunteers.
  • Efficient sort of data is essential for analysis.
  • She's a clever sort, always finding solutions.
  • He's the sort who never gives up easily.
  • He carefully selected a sort for the headline.

Translations of "sort" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
soortnf.

He has a special sort of talent for learning new languages quickly.

Hij heeft een bijzonder soort talent om snel nieuwe talen te leren.

typenn.

Her sort are people who enjoy outdoor activities and adventure.

Haar type zijn mensen die graag buiten zijn en van avontuur houden.

aardn.

There are no additional fees of any sort on winnings.

Er zijn geen extra kosten van welke aard dan ook op de winst.

Verb
sorterenv.

Labels on the bins help people sort their garbage correctly.

De etiketten op de bakken helpen mensen hun afval goed te sorteren.

regelenv.

Give me a buzz tomorrow, and we'll sort out the details.

Geef me morgen even een belletje, dan regelen we de details.

lossenv.

Classroom dynamics usually sort themselves out after the first few weeks.

De verhoudingen in de klas lossen zich meestal vanzelf op na enkele weken.

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sort: Examples and translations in context

This plant is a special sort that only grows in tropical climates.

Deze plant is een bijzonder soort die alleen in tropische klimaten groeit.

A special sort of patience is necessary when teaching young children.

Je hebt een bijzonder soort geduld nodig als je jonge kinderen lesgeeft.

This product belongs to a special sort that guarantees quality and durability.

Dit product behoort tot een bijzonder soort dat kwaliteit en duurzaamheid garandeert.

The museum displays a special sort of artwork that is rarely seen elsewhere.

Het museum toont een bijzonder soort kunst die je elders zelden tegenkomt.

They are looking for a special sort of advisor with experience in diplomacy.

Ze zijn op zoek naar een bijzonder soort adviseur met ervaring in diplomatie.

We saw animals of every sort at the wildlife sanctuary during our visit.

We hebben tijdens ons bezoek in het wildpark dieren van allerlei soorten gezien.

They sell candies of every sort at the candy shop on the corner.

Op de hoek verkopen ze snoep in alle soorten en smaken.

She collects a special sort of antique coins from different countries.

Ze verzamelt een bijzonder soort antieke munten uit verschillende landen.

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sort ofsort outsort throughsort things out
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