Meaning
齐备 describes a state where all necessary items, preparations, or conditions are complete and in place. It emphasizes that nothing is missing and everything required is ready or available. The word combines 齐 (complete, aligned) with 备 (prepared, equipped) to convey thoroughness.
Usage
齐备 is somewhat formal and commonly used in written Chinese or formal speech. It typically describes physical items, equipment, preparations, or conditions being complete. Native speakers often use it when describing facilities, supplies, documentation, or preparations that meet all requirements.
Examples
- 01这家医院的医疗设备非常齐备。.This hospital's medical equipment is very complete.
- 02会议的各项准备工作已经齐备，明天可以开始了。, .All preparations for the meeting are complete, and we can start tomorrow.
Characters
Common collocations
- 设备齐备equipment is complete
- 准备齐备preparations are complete
- 条件齐备conditions are fully met
Antonyms
Origin
The combination of 齐 (originally depicting grain stalks of equal height, meaning uniform/complete) and 备 (depicting a person with everything needed) creates a compound emphasizing complete preparedness.