praeparare

Praeparare is a Latin verb of the first conjugation meaning to prepare, to make ready, or to prepare in advance. It is used in classical and late Latin to denote the act of making something ready, whether material, logistical, ceremonial, or rhetorical. The verb often appears in contexts ranging from cooking and provisioning to planning military operations or arranging preparations for events.

Etymology and forms: The word derives from prae- meaning before and parare meaning to prepare. As a typical 1st-conjugation verb, its present active indicative forms are praeparo, praeparas, praeparat, praeparamus, praeparatis, praeparant; the infinitive is praeparare; the perfect is praeparavi; the supine is praeparatum. Passive forms exist (praeparor, praepararis, praeparatur, praeparamur, praeparamini, praeparantur). The participle praepāratus yields the adjective praeparatus meaning “prepared.” The noun praeparatio (preparation) is derived from the same root.

Usage: Praeparare is a transitive verb used with a direct object in the accusative, and with related nouns or phrases to express preparation of things, people, or plans. Common contexts include praepārāre cibum (to prepare food), praepārāre castra (to prepare the camp), praepārāre iter (to prepare a journey), or praepārāre animos (to prepare minds). In rhetorical or legal contexts it can denote arranging material, evidence, or arguments in advance for discussion or advocacy.

Related forms: The noun praepārātiō or praepārātiōnis (preparation) and the adjective praepārātus (prepared) are closely connected to the verb. The sense can emphasize advance planning, provisioning, or readiness across various domains in Latin texts.