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    Preparatorio (en. Preparatory)

    /pɾepaɾaˈtoɾjo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That is carried out with the objective of preparing something.
    The preparatory course is essential for new students.
    El curso preparatorio es esencial para los nuevos estudiantes.
    Related to the preparation of an important event.
    The preparatory work for the event has been underway for months.
    Los trabajos preparatorios para el evento han comenzado hace meses.
    That occurs before a formal procedure.
    A preparatory report is needed before the final meeting.
    Se necesita un informe preparatorio antes de la reunión final.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'praeparatorius', from 'praeparare' which means to prepare.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    preparatory course
    A course designed to prepare students for a higher level or exam.
    curso preparatorio
    preparatory work
    Activities carried out before an important event.
    trabajos preparatorios
    preparatory meeting
    A prior meeting to organize and plan future actions.
    reunión preparatoria

    Related Words

    to prepare
    To perform the necessary actions for something to be ready.
    preparar
    preparation
    The act of preparing or the state of being ready.
    preparación

    Slang Meanings

    Advanced preparation
    Before going to the party, I did a prep at home.
    Antes de ir a la fiesta, hice un preparatorio en casa.
    Conditioning course
    I am in a prep course for the university admission exam.
    Estoy en un preparatorio para el examen de admisión a la universidad.