B1nouneducationwork
US/ˌprep.əˈreɪ.ʃən/
UK/ˌprep.əˈreɪ.ʃən/
the work of getting ready for something
In context
Good preparation is the key to doing well in an interview.
Preparations for Tet usually start a month before the holiday.
She spent three months in preparation for the IELTS test.
Words that go with preparation
noun + preposition
- in preparation forWe cleaned the house in preparation for the guests.
verb + noun
- make preparationsThey are making preparations for the wedding.
adjective + noun
- careful preparationThe trip needs careful preparation.
- final preparationsThe team is making final preparations.
noun + noun
- preparation timePreparation time for this dish is twenty minutes.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I am making preparation for my exam.Correct: I am preparing for my exam. / I am making preparations for my exam.