Preparó (en. Prepared)

/pre.paˈɾo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
It means to put something in a state of readiness or preparation.
She prepared dinner for her friends.
Ella preparó la cena para sus amigos.
To make the necessary arrangements for an event or activity.
He prepared a report for the meeting.
Él preparó un informe para la reunión.
To train or instruct someone for a specific purpose.
The school prepared the students for the exam.
La escuela preparó a los estudiantes para el examen.

Etymology

From the Latin 'parare', which means 'to prepare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Prepare the ground
To make prior arrangements to facilitate something.
preparar el terreno
To be prepared
To be ready to face a situation.
estar preparado
To prepare a surprise
To organize something unexpected for someone.
preparar una sorpresa

Related Words

Preparation
Action of preparing something.
preparación
Preparatory
Person who prepares something.
preparador
Preparative
That serves to prepare.
preparativo

Slang Meanings

To prepare something quickly.
I'm going to prepare something to eat, so don't worry.
Voy a preparar algo de comer, así que no te preocupes.
To prepare a prank or plan.
He prepared a good prank for his friend's birthday.
Él preparó una buena broma para el cumpleaños de su amigo.