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Japanese

じゅんび
Meaning: preparation; arrangements; setup
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

明日の試験の準備をしています。
I am preparing for tomorrow's exam.
準備をするにしても、時間が足りない。
Even if we prepare, there isn't enough time.
明日の準備はもう出来ています。
The preparations for tomorrow are already done.
準備が整い次第、出発しましょう。
Let's depart as soon as preparations are ready.
準備が整ったら、出発しましょう。
Let's depart once the preparations are ready.

Usage Notes

Refers to the process of getting things ready before an event or action.

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