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zubereiten

to prepare; to make ready a dish for serving

verb TSOO-be-ry-ten Rare
Food & Drink Cooking

Usage Note

zubereiten is the general verb for preparing and making food — ein Gericht zubereiten (to prepare a dish) or das Abendessen zubereiten (to make dinner). It covers the entire process from prep to finished dish, broader than kochen alone.

Examples

"Das Gericht lässt sich schnell und einfach zubereiten."

Natural Translation

The dish can be prepared quickly and easily.

Literal Translation

The dish lets itself quickly and simply prepare.

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