This is the 7614th most frequent French word.
ready
The French word for "ready" is "prêt," meaning prepared or finished for use.
Here, 'prêt' conveys the person's state of being prepared and willing to perform the action of leaving.
Je suis prêt à partir immédiatement.
I am ready to leave immediately.
In this sentence, 'prêt' indicates that the meal has been prepared and is in a condition suitable to be consumed.
Le repas est prêt, nous pouvons manger.
The meal is ready, we can eat.
'Prête' here reflects preparedness and readiness for the upcoming event, namely the exam.