Fijo (en. Fixed)

/ˈfixo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
What is secured in one place and cannot be moved.
The furniture is fixed in that corner of the room.
El mueble es fijo en esa esquina de la habitación.
A price or rate that does not change.
The rent for the house is fixed every month.
El alquiler de la casa es fijo cada mes.
adjective
That maintains the same position or state.
She has a fixed gaze on the horizon.
Ella tiene una mirada fija en el horizonte.
That is requested or required consistently.
We need a fixed schedule for meetings.
Necesitamos un horario fijo para las reuniones.

Etymology

From Latin 'fixus', participle of 'figere' which means 'to fix' or 'to pin'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

firm and fixed
Something sure and unchanging.
firme y fijo
certain case
A situation that is confirmed and is not expected to vary.
caso fijo
fixed price
A cost that does not change over time.
precio fijo

Related Words

to fix
To place something in a determined location.
fijar
fixation
Action of fixing or establishing something.
fijación
fixedly
In a fixed manner, with attention or concentration.
fijamente

Slang Meanings

Something that is sure or guaranteed.
That promotion is fixed, no doubts about it.
Esa promoción es fija, no hay dudas.
A deal or agreement that is confirmed.
The contract is fixed, we have already signed it.
El contrato es fijo, ya lo hemos firmado.