German Phrase
Das hilft, alles ordentlich zu halten.
Meaning
The sentence states that something is useful for keeping everything in order. It emphasizes the practical benefit of a tool, habit, or method that makes tidiness easier.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to explain how a particular action, object, or routine assists in maintaining organization—whether at home, at work, or in a classroom.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Dashilft,allesordentlichzuhalten.
Das (demonstrative pronoun)
Neutral demonstrative pronoun used as the subject; refers to a previously mentioned thing or idea.
hilft (verb helfen)
Third‑person singular of 'helfen' meaning 'helps'. In this impersonal construction it introduces a purpose clause.
alles (indefinite pronoun)
Accusative neuter pronoun meaning 'everything', acting as the object of the infinitive phrase.
ordentlich (adverb)
Adverb meaning 'tidily' or 'neatly', modifying the infinitive verb.
zu + infinitive
After verbs like 'helfen', the infinitive is introduced with 'zu' to express purpose.
🗨In Conversation
Wie schaffst du es, dein Büro immer so ordentlich zu halten?
How do you keep your office so tidy all the time?
Ein einfacher Aufräumplan hilft, alles ordentlich zu halten.
A simple cleaning schedule helps keep everything tidy.
✕Common Mistakes
Das hilft alles ordentlich zu halten.
Missing comma and the required 'zu' before the infinitive; the correct structure is 'hilft, alles … zu halten'.
Das hilft, alles ordentliches zu halten.
'Ordentlich' is an adverb here, not an adjective; do not add the ending '-es'.
Das hilft, alles ordentlich halten.
The infinitive must be introduced with 'zu' after 'hilft'; omitting it is ungrammatical.
↔Alternatives
Das macht es einfacher, alles ordentlich zu halten.
That makes it easier to keep everything tidy.
Damit lässt sich alles ordentlich organisieren.
With that, everything can be kept orderly.
Das unterstützt uns dabei, alles ordentlich zu halten.
That supports us in keeping everything tidy.
Cultural Tip
In German culture, 'Ordnung' (order) is a valued principle, especially in workplaces and public spaces. Using 'ordentlich' conveys a sense of neatness that is appreciated in both formal and informal settings. When speaking to Germans, pairing this phrase with a concrete example (e.g., a tool or routine) makes it sound natural and helpful.