This is the 1188th most frequent Spanish word.
preparación
Preparation.
In this sentence, 'preparación' refers to the act or process of getting ready or preparing for the exam.
La preparación para el examen es crucial.
Preparation for the exam is crucial.
Here, 'preparación' indicates the process or act of making or preparing the food.
La preparación de la comida tomó más tiempo de lo esperado.
The preparation of the food took longer than expected.
In this context, 'preparación' denotes the act or practice of getting mentally ready for the competition.