show preparedness
[/ʃoʊ prɪˈpɛrədnəs/]
verb phrase
demonstrar preparação
1. to display or exhibit readiness, willingness, or capability to handle a situation or task
The team showed preparedness by having all equipment ready before the emergency.
O time demonstrou preparação ao ter todo o equipamento pronto antes da emergência.
2. to indicate that one is mentally or physically ready for something
She showed preparedness for the interview by researching the company thoroughly.
Ela demonstrou preparação para a entrevista ao pesquisar a empresa minuciosamente.
3. to manifest readiness or willingness to face challenges or unexpected events
The government showed preparedness for the hurricane by issuing early warnings.
O governo demonstrou preparação para o furacão ao emitir alertas antecipados.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'show preparedness' is valued in professional, emergency response, and educational settings. In Brazil, demonstrating preparação is particularly emphasized in corporate environments and disaster response initiatives. In the USA, this concept is central to emergency management discourse and workplace readiness culture.
NYC Slang
show you're ready; be on top of it
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