prepare
/prɪˈpɛər/to make arrangements or get ready for something
The team prepared for the presentation by practicing several times.
The team got ready for the presentation by rehearsing multiple times.
Parents should prepare their children for school by teaching them basic skills.
Parents should get their children ready for school by teaching them fundamental abilities.
Often used with 'for' to indicate the purpose of preparation.
to arrange or organize something in advance
The chef prepared the ingredients before starting to cook.
The chef organized the ingredients before beginning to cook.
She prepared a detailed report for the meeting.
She created a thorough report in advance for the meeting.
Can be used with 'a' or 'the' to specify what is being prepared.
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💡Pro Tip
Common Collocations
'Prepare' is often used with 'for', 'a', or 'the' to specify the purpose or object of preparation.
⚡Gold Rule
Correct Usage
Use 'prepare' when referring to making arrangements or getting ready for something. Avoid using it to describe the actual process of doing something.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'preparen', from Old French 'preparer', from Latin 'praeparare' meaning 'to prepare, make ready'.
📝Usage Notes
The verb 'prepare' is often followed by 'for' to indicate the purpose of the preparation. It can also be used with 'a' or 'the' to specify what is being prepared.