Reparar (en. Fix)

/re.paˈɾaɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To remedy or fix something that is in poor condition.
The technician was able to repair my computer in less than an hour.
El técnico pudo reparar mi computadora en menos de una hora.
To correct an error or defect.
We need to repair the faults in the security system.
Necesitamos reparar los fallos en el sistema de seguridad.
To make something return to its original state.
I want to repair the car that crashed last week.
Quiero reparar el coche que chocó la semana pasada.
To restore the functionality of an object.
She offered to repair the leaking faucet.
Ella se ofreció a reparar el grifo que gotea.

Etymology

From the Latin reparāre, which means 'to recover' or 'to restore to its state'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to repair something broken
To fix an object that is not functioning.
reparar algo roto
to repair the damages
To compensate for or remedy the effects of damage caused.
reparar los daños
to repair a relationship
To correct problems in an interpersonal relationship.
reparar una relación

Related Words

repair
Form of the verb repair in the second person singular.
repara
repair
The action of repairing.
reparación
repairer
A person who repairs objects, especially furniture or appliances.
reparador

Slang Meanings

To put something that was broken back in order.
I'm going to repair the TV; it's not on the right channel anymore.
Voy a reparar la tele, ya no está en el canal correcto.
To fix a complicated situation.
I had to fix my grades before submitting them.
Tuve que reparar mis notas antes de entregarlas.