Meaning
Ready for an event.
Cultural Background
Danes value 'rettidig omhu' (timely care). Being prepared for a meeting is a sign of respect for the flat hierarchy where everyone's input matters. In Greenlandic culture, being prepared for nature is a matter of survival. The Danish phrase is used frequently in administrative and educational contexts there. The 'Outdoor Life' (Friluftsliv) culture requires being prepared with layers of clothing (lag-på-lag). Punctuality and preparation are linked. If you are 'uforberedt', you are seen as unprofessional.
The 'Til' vs 'På' Rule
Use 'til' for events you attend. Use 'på' for things that might happen to you.
Don't over-pluralize
In the phrase 'Vi er forberedt', keep it singular even if 'vi' is plural. It's a common modern usage.
Meaning
Ready for an event.
The 'Til' vs 'På' Rule
Use 'til' for events you attend. Use 'på' for things that might happen to you.
Don't over-pluralize
In the phrase 'Vi er forberedt', keep it singular even if 'vi' is plural. It's a common modern usage.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct preposition (til or på).
Jeg er forberedt ____ eksamen i morgen.
We use 'til' for specific events like exams.
Which sentence is most natural for a job interview?
How do you say you've done your research?
'Forberedt' implies you have done the work/research.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Det bliver en svær kamp. B: Ja, men vi er ______.
We need the past participle to describe the state of the team.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Match 'Jeg er forberedt på det værste' to a situation.
This phrase is used when expecting a negative outcome.
🎉 Score: /4
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Practice Bank
4 exercisesJeg er forberedt ____ eksamen i morgen.
We use 'til' for specific events like exams.
How do you say you've done your research?
'Forberedt' implies you have done the work/research.
A: Det bliver en svær kamp. B: Ja, men vi er ______.
We need the past participle to describe the state of the team.
Match 'Jeg er forberedt på det værste' to a situation.
This phrase is used when expecting a negative outcome.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsYes, 'Maden er forberedt' means the ingredients are ready or the meal is prepped.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
'Forberedt' implies you did work beforehand. 'Klar' just means you are ready now.
Related Phrases
at have styr på
similarTo have things under control
at være klar
similarTo be ready
at være uforberedt
contrastTo be unprepared
at ruste sig
builds onTo arm/equip oneself
