preparedness — the state of being ready for something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the state of being ready for something
Pronunciation (IPA): /prɪˈpɛrdnəs/
Korean meaning: 준비된 상태, 대비 태세
Korean pronunciation: 프리**페어**드니스
Example Sentences
- The boy scout's preparedness was legendary - he had a solution for everything from splinters to alien invasions.
- The government's pandemic preparedness plan included stockpiling medical supplies.
- Her preparedness for the presentation was so thorough that she even prepared answers for questions about her breakfast choices.
preparedness
NOUN//prɪˈpɛrdnəs//
the state of being ready for something
The coastal town's preparedness saved every family when the tsunami warning sounded.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어에서 유래된 'prepare(준비하다)'에 '-edness' 접미사가 붙어 '준비된 상태'를 의미하게 되었습니다.
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📝Examples
“The boy scout's preparedness was legendary - he had a solution for everything from splinters to alien invasions.”
“The government's pandemic preparedness plan included stockpiling medical supplies.”
“Her preparedness for the presentation was so thorough that she even prepared answers for questions about her breakfast choices.”
“The company's cybersecurity preparedness helped them avoid major data breaches.”
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