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No. 8,450 in Spanish

ready

The Spanish word for "ready" is "listo/a," meaning prepared or available for immediate use or action.

In a sentence

  • Estoy lista para la reunión.

    I am ready for the meeting.

    The word 'lista' (feminine form of 'listo') is used to indicate readiness or preparedness for an event or activity.

  • ¿Estás listo para salir o necesitas más tiempo?

    Are you ready to leave, or do you need more time?

    Here, 'listo' (masculine form) signifies a state of being prepared to depart.

  • Después de estudiar mucho, estoy listo para el examen.

    After studying a lot, I am ready for the exam.

    In this context, 'listo' expresses intellectual or emotional preparedness for a task or challenge.

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