Meaning and Usage
The verb '마련되다' means 'to be prepared' or 'to be arranged.' It is often used to describe situations where something necessary, such as a place, budget, or plan, has been properly set up or made ready.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see '마련되다' in formal or semi-formal contexts, such as business meetings, event planning, or problem-solving discussions. It often relates to tangible preparations (like venues or budgets) or intangible ones (like plans or solutions).
Collocations and Patterns
- '장소가 마련되다' (a place is prepared): used when a physical location is arranged.
- '예산이 마련되다' (budget is arranged): used in financial or project contexts.
- '방안이 마련되다' (a plan is arranged): used when discussing solutions or strategies.
Nuances and Tips
'마련되다' is a passive form, so it emphasizes that the preparation or arrangement has been completed, often by someone else or by a process. It is different from '마련하다,' which is the active form meaning 'to prepare' or 'to arrange.'
Learners sometimes confuse '마련되다' with '준비되다,' which also means 'to be prepared.' However, '마련되다' often implies a more deliberate or formal arrangement, especially involving resources or plans.
Use '마련되다' when you want to highlight that something important has been properly set up or secured, especially in formal or official contexts.