prepare
US /prɪˈper/
UK /prɪˈper/
1.
准备, 预备
make (something) ready for use or consideration
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She needs to prepare dinner for her guests.
她需要为客人准备晚餐。
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The team is preparing a presentation for the meeting.
团队正在为会议准备一份演示文稿。
2.
做准备, 预备
make oneself ready for something
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You should prepare for the exam by studying hard.
你应该努力学习，为考试做准备。
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The athletes are preparing themselves for the competition.
运动员们正在为比赛做准备。