Reparando (en. Repairing)

/re.pa.'ran.do/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
The action of restoring the integrity or functioning of an object or system.
I am repairing the bicycle that broke.
Estoy reparando la bicicleta que se rompió.
To correct or amend an error or defect.
She is repairing the report because it had several errors.
Ella está reparando el informe porque tenía varios errores.
To make improvements or adjustments to something.
We are repairing the system so that it works better.
Estamos reparando el sistema para que funcione mejor.
To put something that was damaged in good condition.
The technician is repairing the air conditioning.
El técnico está reparando el aire acondicionado.
To recompose something that has broken.
I have been repairing the roof of the house.
He estado reparando el tejado de la casa.

Etymology

It derives from the Latin 'reparare', which means to restore or make anew.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to repair the damage
To correct or solve a problem or a negative situation.
reparar el daño
there is nothing to repair
Indicates that everything is in good condition or functioning properly.
no hay nada que reparar
to repair in time
To act before a problem worsens.
reparar a tiempo
to repair a friendship
To attempt to correct a conflict or misunderstanding in a relationship.
reparar una amistad

Related Words

repair
Action of repairing something.
reparación
repairman
Person who performs repairs.
reparador
reparative
That serves to repair.
reparativo
replacement part
Part that replaces a damaged part.
repuesto

Slang Meanings

To repair something very quickly.
I'm going to do a quick 'fix' on that computer.
Voy a hacer un 'reparo' rápido a esa computadora.
To fix something in an improvised manner.
They did a 'fix' in the kitchen with what was available.
Hicieron un 'reparo' en la cocina con lo que había.