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preparation
The process or total set of measures used to get oneself or something ready for a future event, task, or situation.
Eine gute Vorbereitung auf das Vorstellungsgespräch ist entscheidend.
Good preparation for the job interview is crucial.
'Vorbereitung' (preparation) is a noun derived from the separable verb 'vorbereiten' (to prepare). The ending '-ung' turns verbs into nouns, which are always feminine (die Vorbereitung).
Die Vorbereitung des Essens dauert eine Stunde.
The preparation of the meal takes one hour.
Just like the verb 'sich vorbereiten auf' (to prepare oneself for), the noun 'die Vorbereitung' (preparation) is also fixed with the preposition 'auf' (for) and the accusative to name the goal of the preparation.
Die Vorbereitung auf die Prüfung war sehr intensiv.
The preparation for the exam was very intensive.
A very common expression is 'Vorbereitungen treffen' (to make preparations). This means taking the necessary steps to prepare something.
Für die Konferenz müssen wir noch viele Vorbereitungen treffen.
We still have to make many preparations for the conference.
training
Both words can refer to measures taken before a future event. „Das Training“ is the regular part in which physical or mental abilities are deliberately improved, while „die Vorbereitung“ includes all the necessary measures. Use „Training“ for the practice and „Vorbereitung“ for the entire process.
Zur Vorbereitung auf den Marathon gehören auch die passende Ernährung und die Anmeldung.
Preparing for the marathon also includes following the right diet and registering.
Für den Marathon gehört regelmäßiges Lauftraining zu meinem Alltag.
As I train for the marathon, regular running is part of my daily routine.
