Meaning and Usage
The verb '준비하다' means 'to prepare' and is commonly used in everyday Korean to describe the act of getting ready for something, whether it be an event, task, or trip. It is a regular verb and can be conjugated easily.
Common Contexts
You will often hear '준비하다' in contexts related to studying, meetings, travel, or any situation requiring prior arrangement. For example, preparing for exams, preparing documents for work, or preparing food.
Collocations and Patterns
- 준비하다 + noun: to prepare something (e.g., 시험을 준비하다 - to prepare for an exam)
- 준비가 되다: to be ready (passive form)
- 준비를 하다: to do preparation
Register and Politeness
'준비하다' is neutral and polite when conjugated with polite endings like '-요'. It is suitable for both formal and informal situations depending on the speech level.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '준비하다' with '설명하다' (to explain) or '계획하다' (to plan). Remember, '준비하다' focuses on the act of preparing or getting ready, not just planning or explaining.