repairs
word · lemma: repair
/ɹiˈpɛɹz/
ri-PAIRZ
/ɹɪpˈeəz/
ri-PAIRZ
Definition
Work done to fix or restore something that is broken, damaged, or not working properly. "Repairs" is the plural of "repair."
Usage & Nuances
"Repairs" is mainly used for physical objects like cars, homes, or machines. Common collocations: 'make repairs', 'need repairs', 'cost of repairs'. Not used for people or emotions.
Spanish: reparacionesPortuguese (BR): reparos - consertosPortuguese (PT): reparações - consertosChinese (Simplified): 修理Chinese (Traditional): 修理Hindi: मरम्मतArabic: إصلاحاتBengali: মেরামতসমূহ - সংস্কারসমূহRussian: ремонтыJapanese: 修理Vietnamese: sửa chữaKorean: 수리Turkish: tamirlerUrdu: مرمتیں - اصلاحاتIndonesian: perbaikan
Example Sentences
The car needs some repairs.
basic
Our house is getting repairs this week.
basic
The bike shop does repairs quickly.
basic
We had to wait a week for the repairs to be finished.
natural
Those repairs cost a lot more than I expected.
natural
If you keep up with small repairs, your home stays in good shape.
natural