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preliminary preparation

[prɪˈlɪmɪneri ˌprɛpəˈreɪʃən]
nounpl: preliminary preparations
preparação preliminar
1. Initial steps or measures taken in advance to make something ready before the main activity begins
The preliminary preparation for the conference included booking venues and organizing committees.
A preparação preliminar para a conferência incluiu reservar locais e organizar comitês.
2. Foundational work done before undertaking a more substantial or formal process
Preliminary preparation is essential before starting any major construction project.
A preparação preliminar é essencial antes de iniciar qualquer projeto de construção importante.
Synonyms
preliminary groundworkinitial preparationadvance preparationpreparatory workfoundational setup
Antonyms
final executionmain eventimplementation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
preparação preliminar
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
preparação preliminar / preparação inicial
Both terms commonly used in business and academic contexts
Portugal
preparação prévia / preparação preliminar
Preparação prévia is often preferred in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

laying the groundwork
getting your ducks in a row
preparatory phase
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