préparation

preparation, readiness

noun preh-pah-rah-SYOHN Rare

Also means

preparation (culinary)

Usage Note

Préparation covers both the process (la préparation d'un examen — preparing for an exam) and a prepared mixture (une préparation culinaire — a culinary preparation). The phrase en préparation means 'in the works' or 'being prepared'. The related verb préparer and reflexive se préparer (to get ready) are among the most common verbs in the language.

Examples

"La préparation du repas prend du temps."

Natural Translation

Preparing the meal takes time.

Literal Translation

The preparation of the meal takes time.

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