修复

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"修复" (xiū fù) means to repair, restore, or renovate something that is damaged or broken. It is commonly used for physical objects like buildings, machines, or infrastructure, as well as for abstract things like software bugs.

Common Contexts

  • Physical repair: fixing bridges, machines, or electronics.
  • Software: patching or fixing bugs and vulnerabilities.

Collocations and Patterns

Usage Notes

"修复" often implies restoring something to its original or functional state, not just temporary fixes. It is more formal and technical than simpler verbs like "修理" (to repair). When talking about software, "修复" specifically refers to correcting errors or bugs.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse "修复" with "修理". While both mean repair, "修复" emphasizes restoration and is often used in technical or formal contexts, whereas "修理" is more general and everyday.

Example Sentences

The engineer is restoring this ancient bridge.

The computer is broken; I need to repair it to continue working.

This software update is mainly to fix known bugs.