Fixes (en. Fixed)
/fiks/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Permanent solutions to solve a problem.
The fixes made by the engineer improved the system.
Les fixes apportées par l'ingénieur ont amélioré le système.
Fixed expenses in accounting.
It is important to keep track of all the fixes in our accounts.
Il est important de garder une trace de toutes les fixes dans nos comptes.
Etymology
From the English verb 'fix' meaning 'to repair' or 'to stabilize.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
fixed in time
Something that remains constant and does not change.
fixe dans le temps
cash fixes
Fixed costs related to financial management.
fixes de trésorerie
technical fixes
Permanent adjustments in a technical process.
fixes techniques
Related Words
fixing
Act of making something fixed.
fixation
fixed
That does not change, permanent.
fixe
repair
Action of repairing something.
réparation
Slang Meanings
Quick and sometimes temporary solutions.
These are just fixes, not a sustainable solution.
Ce sont juste des fixes, pas une solution durable.
Improvised adjustments to move things forward.
We need a few fixes to finish this project on time.
On a besoin de quelques fixes pour finir ce projet à temps.