Preparan (en. Prepare)

/prepɑːran/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Make the necessary preparations for something.
They prepare dinner for their friends.
Ellos preparan la cena para sus amigos.
Train or condition something or someone.
The coaches prepare the team for the next match.
Los entrenadores preparan al equipo para el próximo partido.
Prepare or cook food.
The girls prepare cookies for the event.
Las chicas preparan galletas para el evento.

Etymology

From Latin 'preparare', which means 'to do something beforehand'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

prepare the ground
Create the appropriate conditions for something to happen.
preparar el terreno
prepare a surprise
Plan something unexpected for someone.
preparar una sorpresa
pack the suitcases
Pack belongings for a trip.
preparar las maletas

Related Words

preparation
Action of preparing something.
preparación
preparatory
That serves to prepare something.
preparativo
preparer
Person who prepares something.
preparador

Slang Meanings

To be ready for something.
I'm going to get my things ready for the party.
Voy a preparar mis cosas para la fiesta.
To devise a plan.
We're going to prepare a strategy for work.
Vamos a preparar una estrategia para el trabajo.