preparation
gb/pɹˌɛpɚˈeɪʃən/ us/pɹˌɛpɚˈeɪʃən/
A2
英语
~ 2100
义项
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名词
A2
action
1
Process of getting ready
The act of getting ready for something.
用法模式：
[someone] makes preparation(s) for [something]
常见错误：
Learners sometimes confuse 'preparation' (the process) with 'preparedness' (the state of being ready).
近义词
readiness (Implies a state of being ready rather than the process.)
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planning (Focuses more on organizing in advance rather than all aspects of getting ready.)
反义词
improvisation (Acting without preparation or planning.)
搭配
careful preparation
|make preparations
|in preparation for
|lack of preparation
|thorough preparation
主题
daily life
|planning
|work
|core_vocabulary
|daily_life
例句
- The team spent weeks in preparation for the big game.
- Good preparation is essential for a successful presentation.
- She made careful preparations before her guests arrived.
学习者例句
- I need more preparation before the exam.
- He made preparations for his trip.
- They worked hard in preparation for the show.
名词
B1
entity
2
Specially made substance or mixture
Something that is made for a special use, like food or medicine.
用法模式：
a preparation of [substance] for [purpose]
常见错误：
Learners may confuse this meaning with the general process sense, not realizing it refers to an actual object or product.
近义词
compound (More technical; refers to a chemically combined substance.)
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formula (Often used when referring to a precise scientific recipe.)
反义词
raw material (An unprocessed substance rather than a prepared one.)
搭配
herbal preparation
|medical preparation
|cosmetic preparation
主题
science
|health
|food
|food_drink
例句
- The pharmacist gave me a herbal preparation to help me sleep.
- This cream is a special preparation for sensitive skin.
- The chef used a secret preparation to flavor the dish.
学习者例句
- The doctor gave me a medical preparation.
- This is a special preparation for your hair.
- He made a herbal preparation to help me relax.
语法
词典原形
preparation
IPA
GB/pɹˌɛpɚˈeɪʃən/
US/pɹˌɛpɚˈeɪʃən/
音节与重音
pre - par - a - tion （4 个音节）
Stress on 2nd syllable (par)
词形变化
Noun
- Base: preparation
- Plural: preparation, preparations
词族
Forms
preparations
noun
Core family
prepare
verb A2
prepared
adjective
Negative and opposite forms
unprepared
adjective
Advanced or less common
preparedness
noun B2
preparatory
adjective B2
相关表达
in preparation for
1/ˈɪn pɹˌɛpɚˈeɪʃən fɚ/
fixed phrase
Before an event to get ready
Before something happens, to get ready for it.
例句
- She studied hard in preparation for the exam.
- The streets were cleaned in preparation for the parade.
lack of preparation
1/lˈæk əv pɹˌɛpɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
Not having made needed plans
When you have not done what is needed to get ready.
例句
- The team's failure was due to lack of preparation.
- His speech showed a clear lack of preparation.
make preparations
1/mˈeɪk pɹˌɛpɚˈeɪʃənz/
fixed phrase
Do things needed to be ready
To do the things needed so you are ready for something.
例句
- We need to make preparations for the wedding.
- They made preparations before the storm arrived.