What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
prepared
Example
I am prepared for the exam tomorrow. [prepared: adjective]
Example
She spent the whole day preparing for the party. [preparing: gerund or present participle]
ready
Example
I am ready to start the project. [ready: adjective]
Example
The team is ready to take on the challenge. [ready: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Ready is more commonly used than prepared in everyday language. Ready is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while prepared is less common and often used in more formal settings.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between prepared and ready?
While prepared can be more formal than ready, both words can be used in various formality levels, allowing them to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
