No. 2,957 in Russian
готовились
"Gotovilis'" means "prepared" or "were getting ready."
In a sentence
Мы готовились к экзамену весь вечер.
We were preparing for the exam all evening.
Usage: 'готовились' is used in the imperfective aspect to denote a continuous action in the past, indicating preparation.
Они готовились устроить большой праздник.
They were preparing to organize a big celebration.
Usage: 'готовились' shows the process of preparation for an event occurring in the past.
Она готовилась к встрече с друзьями.
She was preparing for the meeting with friends.
Usage: 'готовились' indicates an individual's personal preparation for an upcoming interaction.
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