"to be all set" / "to be set"

Meaning: to be ready or prepared to start, do, or complete something

Similar Expressions

• We are all set to begin.
• We are set to begin.
• We are ready to begin.
• We are all ready to begin.
• We are prepared to begin.

When do we use it?

We simply use this phrase to show that we are ready or prepared or that something is ready or prepared.

• We are all to set to start the meeting.
• Dinner is all set. Let's eat.

How do we use it?

We can use the simple phrase "be set" or we can add the word "all" to emphasize.

• We are set to go.
• We are all set to go.

After this phrase we can use "to + verb" or "for + noun".

• I am all set to give my presentation.
• I am all set for my presentation.

We cannot use this phrase in any continuous verb tense.

• I am setting to go.

Example English Conversation

A) Have you fixed my phone?
B) Yes, it is all set. Here you are.
A) Thank you so much.

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