Get prepared vs prepare

[Emir]

Dear All,

I am confused about the use of get prepared or prepare in case one's preparation for something.

Could anyone be king enough to explain the differenece with sentences they are in.

Regards,

[Alan]

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Hi Emir,

Let's start with the verb 'prepare' on its own.

You can prepare your meal = make it ready.

You can get prepared = make yourself ready.

Charlie prepared his breakfast early that morning because he had to take a driving test later and he wanted to get prepared for the examination.

Alan
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