Preparando (en. Preparing)

/pɾe.pa.ɾan.do/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Making necessary arrangements for an event or activity.
I am preparing dinner for my friends.
Estoy preparando la cena para mis amigos.
Developing or creating something in advance.
She is preparing a speech for the presentation.
Ella está preparando un discurso para la presentación.
Training or conditioning someone for a specific situation.
The coaches are preparing the athletes for the competition.
Los entrenadores están preparando a los atletas para la competencia.

Etymology

From the verb 'prepare', which comes from the Latin 'praeparare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

preparing the ground
Starting the preparations for a future situation or action.
preparando terreno
packing bags
Organizing belongings for a trip.
preparando maletas
preparing the way
Facilitating the conditions for something to happen.
preparando el camino

Related Words

preparation
The act of preparing something.
preparación
preparer
A person who prepares.
preparador
preparatory
What is done in preparation for something.
preparativo

Slang Meanings

Doing something in a relaxed manner.
I'm just preparing a little, there's no rush.
Solo estoy preparando un poco, no hay prisa.
Fixing something quickly.
She is preparing a last-minute plan.
Ella está preparando un plan de último minuto.