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    Préparation (en. Preparation)

    /pʁe.pa.ʁa.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Process by which elements are organized or assembled for a specific purpose.
    The preparation of a meal requires time and organization.
    La préparation d'un repas demande du temps et de l'organisation.
    Mixture of substances to obtain a specific product.
    Medical preparation is essential for the treatment of patients.
    La préparation médicale est essentielle pour le traitement des patients.
    Act of mentally or physically preparing for an event.
    His preparation for the exam was rigorous.
    Sa préparation pour l'examen a été rigoureuse.

    Etymology

    From the verb prepare, from the Latin 'præparare' which means to prepare.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    preparation for an exam
    Process of reviewing and organizing to succeed in an exam.
    préparation à un examen
    culinary preparation
    The planning and execution phase of cooking recipes.
    préparation culinaire
    mental preparation
    Techniques used to psychologically condition oneself before an event.
    préparation mentale

    Related Words

    prepare
    Action of putting something in a state for future use.
    préparer
    preparatory
    Element that is part of a preparation.
    préparatif
    preparatory
    Related to preparation or that prepares for something.
    préparatoire

    Slang Meanings

    Prep
    He is in prep to enter a top school.
    Il est en prépa pour rentrer dans une grande école.
    Cooking prep
    We do a cooking prep before receiving friends.
    On fait une prépa cuisine avant de recevoir des amis.