zing2 bei6整備整备

Jyutpingzing2 bei6

Yalejíng beih

Definition

To prepare, set up, service, or maintain equipment and infrastructure to a state of readiness.

neutralworkdaily actions

How it's used

Refers specifically to the act of getting things in order or ready for a task, often implying a systematic or technical process. It carries a slightly formal or professional tone compared to more casual words like 準備. You will frequently encounter it in contexts involving logistics, equipment, or organizational tasks.

Examples

ngo5我dei6哋jiu3要faai3快di1啲zing2整bei6備hou2好go3個coeng4場dei6地。

We need to get the venue ready quickly.

nei5你zing2整bei6備hou2好saai3晒di1啲man4文gin2件mei6未aa4呀？

Have you finished preparing all the documents?

Common phrases

zing2整bei6備to5妥dong3當

properly prepared or maintained

zing2整bei6備gung1工zok3作

maintenance or preparatory work

Common mistake

Learners often confuse it with 準備, which is the general word for preparation. Use 整備 when there is a focus on maintenance, technical setup, or putting a system into a functional state, rather than just planning or getting ready mentally.