Preparándose (en. Preparing)

/pɾe.paˈɾãn.do.se/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Being in the process of organizing or getting ready for an event or activity.
She is preparing for her final exam.
Ella está preparándose para su examen final.
Acquiring the skills or knowledge necessary to perform a task.
The students are preparing for the competition.
Los estudiantes se están preparando para la competencia.
Taking advance measures to achieve a goal.
The team is preparing for the project presentation.
El equipo se prepara para la presentación del proyecto.

Etymology

From the verb 'prepare', which comes from the Latin 'preparare', meaning to make ahead or ready.

Common Phrases and Expressions

preparing thoroughly
Preparing exhaustively for a challenge.
preparándose a fondo
to be fully preparing
Being in the active stage of getting ready.
estar en plena preparación
to prepare mentally
Preparing psychologically for a challenge.
prepararse mentalmente

Related Words

prepare
Making the necessary arrangements for something.
preparar
preparations
What is done to prepare something.
preparativo
preparation
The act of preparing or getting ready.
preparación

Slang Meanings

Being in preparation mode.
I'm in playoff mode, I'm just preparing.
Estoy en modo playoff, solo me estoy preparando.
To get one's act together.
I'm already late, I need to get my act together and prepare.
Ya voy tarde, necesito ponerme las pilas y prepararme.