preparou

[pre-pa-ROU]
verb
prepared, got ready
1. Third person singular preterite of 'preparar' - to make something ready or suitable for use or action
She prepared the meal for dinner.
Ela preparou a refeição para o jantar.
2. To arrange, organize, or set up in advance
He prepared everything for the party.
Ele preparou tudo para a festa.
3. To make someone mentally or physically ready for something
The coach prepared the team for the match.
O treinador preparou o time para o jogo.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'preparou' is commonly used in everyday contexts from cooking to business preparations. It's a fundamental verb in daily communication, frequently heard in family settings when discussing meal preparation and in professional contexts regarding event organization or training.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
arrumouorganizouprovidencioudispôs
Antonyms / Antônimos
desorganizoudesarmou

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
preparou
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
preparou
Same form, commonly used in European Portuguese
São Paulo
preparou
Standard formal usage

Related Words

prepararpreparaçãopreparadopreparadorpreparo

Related Idioms & Phrases

preparou o terreno (paved the way)
preparou a surpresa (set up the surprise)
preparou o caminho (prepared the path)
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