Meaning
The natural combination of 'preparation' and 'to do'.
Cultural Background
Preparation is often linked to '정성' (sincerity/devotion). Similar emphasis on 'junbi' as a sign of professionalism. Preparation is seen as a key to success in business and exams. Preparation is often viewed as a pragmatic necessity rather than a moral virtue.
Particle usage
Remember: '준비를 하다' (active) vs '준비가 되다' (passive).
Don't over-use
Don't say '준비를 해요를 해요'.
Meaning
The natural combination of 'preparation' and 'to do'.
Particle usage
Remember: '준비를 하다' (active) vs '준비가 되다' (passive).
Don't over-use
Don't say '준비를 해요를 해요'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form.
내일 시험을 위해 ___를 하고 있어요.
The object particle '를' is needed before '하고 있어요'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct sentence.
Active voice uses '를', passive uses '가'.
Match the situation to the preparation.
Match the following.
These are common collocations.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 회의 준비 다 했어? B: 응, ___.
Past tense is required.
🎉 Score: /4
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Practice Bank
4 exercises내일 시험을 위해 ___를 하고 있어요.
The object particle '를' is needed before '하고 있어요'.
Choose the correct sentence.
Active voice uses '를', passive uses '가'.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
These are common collocations.
A: 회의 준비 다 했어? B: 응, ___.
Past tense is required.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, it is very common to drop the particle in casual speech.
It is neutral. Use '준비를 합니다' for formal settings.
Related Phrases
준비가 되다
contrastto be prepared
준비 중
builds onin the middle of preparing
대비하다
similarto prepare for/counter
마련하다
similarto provide/arrange