How to Say ‘To prepare’ in Simplified Chinese
准备
zhǔn bèi
[jween bay]
Phrase Breakdown
准
zhǔn
[jween]
to prepare; ready
准 often relates to being accurate or ready; in 准备 it helps express preparation.
餐厅可以提前准备用于生日的小惊喜。
The restaurant can prepare a small surprise in advance for a birthday.
备
bèi
[bay]
to equip; to get ready
备 means to prepare or have something arranged and ready.
我们会为纪念日晚餐备好鲜花和卡片。
We will have flowers and a card ready for the anniversary dinner.
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