prepare
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /prɪˈpɛr/
KK: /prɪˈpɛr/
intransitive verb
Definition
To make oneself or things ready for something.
Example
She needs to prepare for the exam next week.
Tense Forms
Past: prepared
Past Participle: prepared
Conversation
Are you going to prepare for the exam this weekend?
Yeah, I need to get my notes together first.
I think it's a good idea to prepare ahead of time.
Definitely! It always helps me feel more confident.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
ready
train
study
Antonyms
neglect
ignore
disregard
transitive verb
Definition
To make something ready in advance for a specific purpose or event, often by combining different elements or ingredients.
Example
She will prepare dinner for her family tonight.
Tense Forms
Past: prepared
Past Participle: prepared
Conversation
What do you think we need to prepare for the picnic?
I guess we should make a list of food and drinks to bring.
Good idea! We can also prepare some games to play.
Root Explanation
Prepare → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "parare" (meaning to make ready). The word "prepare" means to make something ready beforehand.
Memory Tip
Think of getting things 'ready' ('parare') 'before' ('pre-') they are needed.
Visually Confused Words
unprepare
reprepare
unprepared
precompare
disprepare
repartee
reparate
repairer