Prepared
prɪˈpɛərd
Definitions
2 meaningsTo make something ready for a particular purpose or activity; to get ready.
prɪˈpɛər
To make something ready for use or future events.
I am preparing a speech for tomorrow.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're getting ready for a big party. You're preparing! You're setting up the food, cleaning the house, and getting your outfit ready. It's all about making sure everything is ready for something to happen.
👶 For kids: Getting something ready for something else. Like getting ready to go outside.
More Examples
The chef prepared a delicious meal.
We prepared the garden for planting.
How It's Used
"She prepared dinner for her family."
"The company is preparing for the upcoming launch."
"The students are preparing for the exam."
Made ready or fitted; equipped; willing.
prɪˈpɛərd
Ready or able to deal with a situation or task.
The team was well-prepared for the competition.
💡 Simply: Imagine you have everything you need for a camping trip: a tent, sleeping bag, food, and a flashlight. You're prepared! You're ready for anything the wilderness throws at you.
👶 For kids: Being ready to do something. Like having your backpack ready for school.
More Examples
Are you prepared to answer my question?
We should be prepared for bad weather.
How It's Used
"The emergency services are prepared for any eventuality."
"She was well-prepared for the interview."
"The troops were prepared for battle."
Idioms & expressions
Be prepared
To be ready for something; to anticipate events and take action.
"Be prepared for rain. It's supposed to start any minute."
From Middle English *parāre*, from Old French *preparer*, from Latin *praeparāre* ('to make ready beforehand'), from *prae* ('before') + *parāre* ('to furnish, provide').
Used extensively in historical texts to denote readiness for war, ceremonies, or everyday activities.
Memory tip
Think of the scouts: 'Be prepared!' for anything.
Word Origin
"to make ready beforehand"