Meaning
preparation
- qualification, background, knowledge, grounding
- training
In a sentence
La preparazione per l'esame richiede tempo e calma.
Preparation for the exam takes time and calm.
Hai la preparazione giusta per questo lavoro?
Do you have the right background for this job?
Non ho ancora finito la preparazione della cena.
I still haven't finished preparing dinner.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| preparazione | feminine · singular |
| preparazioni | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use preparazione for both event prep and someone's academic/professional grounding; context usually makes the meaning clear.
- For sports or exam study, Italians often say preparazione atletica or preparazione all'esame, not just preparazione alone.
- Don't confuse it with preparato: preparazione is the process/background; preparato is the adjective meaning well-prepared or knowledgeable.