Fija (en. Fixed)
ˈfi.xa
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That does not move or change.
The camera must be fixed to get a good photograph.
La cámara debe estar fija para obtener una buena fotografía.
Established or determined.
I have a fixed date for the exam.
Tengo una fecha fija para el examen.
Adjusted or placed in its position.
The chair is fixed to the ground.
La silla está fija al suelo.
Etymology
From Latin 'fixa', feminine of 'fixus', participle of 'figere', meaning 'to fix' or 'to fasten'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fixed gaze
Keeping the sight on an object without getting distracted.
fija la mirada
to be fixed on something
To concentrate on a specific matter.
estar fija en algo
focus attention
To direct attention to a particular topic.
fija la atención
Related Words
fixation
The act of fixing or the condition of being fixed.
fijación
fixer
A tool or person that fixes things.
fijador
to fix oneself
To pay attention or notice something.
fijarse
Slang Meanings
Something that is sure or certain.
That information is fixed, don't doubt it.
Esa información es fija, no lo dudes.
Something that is established without changes.
The travel plan is already fixed, we cannot modify it.
El plan del viaje ya es fija, no podemos modificarlo.