1.
arrangements, preparations, plan of action
Prearranged plans or procedures for carrying out something. Implies that steps have been thought out and coordinated in advance.
手筈を整える。
To make arrangements.
手筈どおりに進める。
To proceed according to plan.
イベントの手筈はすべて整っているので安心してください。
All arrangements for the event are in order, so please don't worry.
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 手筈を整える (to make arrangements)
- 手筈どおりに (according to plan)
- 手筈が整う (arrangements are in place)
USAGE:
A somewhat formal word. In everyday speech, 準備 (preparations) or 段取り (arrangements) are more common. 手筈 implies a more deliberate, coordinated plan, often used in business or organizational contexts.