`prepare` in Spanish

prepare

1. verb
   • make ready for use or action
     
     preparar

     I need to prepare dinner. — Necesito preparar la cena.

     alistarse

     You should prepare for the exam. — Deberías alistarte para el examen.

     disponer

     They prepare the room for guests. — Disponen la habitación para los invitados.
   • [figurative], mentally get ready for something
     
     prepararse [figurative]

     Prepare yourself for bad news. — Prepárate para malas noticias.

     mentalizarse [figurative]

     He prepared himself for the worst. — Se mentalizó para lo peor.