präparieren
Translation
to prepare, to stuff (an animal), to mount (a specimen), to dissect
Examples
Der Biologe präpariert einen Frosch.
The biologist dissects a frog.
Der Jäger lässt den Bären präparieren.
The hunter is having the bear stuffed.
Die Piste wurde für das Rennen präpariert.
The slope was prepared for the race.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((for sth.)) to prepare (sth.) (for sth.) The ski instructor prepares the skis for the course.
Similar Words
Synonyms: vorbereiten, herrichten, zurichten
Etymology
From Latin 'praeparare' (to make ready beforehand). 'prä-' (before) + 'parare' (to make ready).
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'prepare'. It's often used in technical or scientific contexts, like preparing a specimen or a ski slope.