preparations

noun

Stress: third syllable

Syllables: prep-a-ra-tions (4)

English Definition

The action or process of making ready or being made ready for use or consideration.

Example Sentence

Preparations for the festival are in full swing.

US IPA /ˌprepəˈreɪʃnz/
UK IPA /ˌprepəˈreɪʃnz/