godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
be settled; be resolved; be agreed on
Used when discussions, plans, or opinions reach a conclusion or agreement. Often implies a process of negotiation or deliberation.
会議の日程がようやくまとまった。
The meeting schedule has finally been settled.
みんなの意見がまとまらなくて困っている。
We're having trouble because everyone's opinions aren't coming together.
godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
be collected; be assembled; be brought together
Describes physical or abstract things gathering into one place or group. Often used for money, people, or items.
寄付金がたくさんまとまった。
A lot of donations were collected.
クラスのみんなが体育館にまとまった。
The whole class assembled in the gym.
godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
be well arranged; be in order; be coherent; take shape
Used when something messy or disorganized becomes tidy, logical, or well-structured. Applies to writing, ideas, rooms, and plans.
彼の論文はよくまとまっている。
His thesis is well organized.
部屋の中がやっとまとまった。
The room is finally in order.