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备

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The word "准备" is formed by combining the character "准", meaning to permit or standardize, with "备", meaning to prepare or equip; their semantic functions merge where "准" implies reaching a state of readiness or approval, and "备" directly indicates the action of making arrangements, collectively conveying the sense of preparing or making ready.

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我正在准备晚餐。

Wǒ zhèngzài zhǔnbèi wǎncān.

I am preparing dinner.

她准备周末去看电影。

Tā zhǔnbèi zhōumò qù kàn diànyǐng.

She is planning to go see a movie this weekend.

孩子们准备了一个惊喜派对给妈妈。

Háizimen zhǔnbèile yīgè jīngxǐ pàiduì gěi māma.

The children prepared a surprise party for mom.

如果你想成功，就必须准备面对挑战。

Rúguǒ nǐ xiǎng chénggōng, jiù bìxū zhǔnbèi miànduì tiǎozhàn.

If you want to succeed, you must prepare to face challenges.

政府正在准备一系列政策来促进经济发展。

Zhèngfǔ zhèngzài zhǔnbèi yīxìliè zhèngcè lái cùjìn jīngjì fāzhǎn.

The government is preparing a series of policies to promote economic development.

Word Definition - 准备

zhǔn bèi preparation; to prepare; to intend; to be about to; reserve (fund)

Individual Character Details

准 zhǔn, zhǔn
备 bèi, bèi