Japanese Word of the Day
準備する
/jun-BI-su-ru/ • verb (suru-verb) — 23rd of Apr, 2026
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Meaning: to prepare; to make preparations (also used as a noun: 'preparation')
Examples
- 明日のプレゼンの準備をしています。
(I'm preparing for tomorrow's presentation.) - パーティーの準備は何をすればいいですか。
(What should I do to prepare for the party?) - 準備ができたら始めましょう。
(Let's start once the preparations are ready.)
Synonyms
- 用意する
- 支度する
準備する is a very common suru-verb used both as a verb and as a noun (準備). Use it for getting ready for events, meetings, trips, etc. Common expressions include 準備ができた (preparations are ready), 準備中 (preparing/in preparation), and 準備しておく (to prepare in advance). It is neutral in formality and works in casual and polite speech when conjugated appropriately.
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