修理

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Meaning and Usage

"修理" (xiūlǐ) primarily means "to repair" or "to fix" something that is broken or malfunctioning. It is commonly used for physical objects like phones, cars, appliances, and machinery.

Common Contexts

You will often hear "修理" in everyday conversations about fixing household items, vehicles, or electronics. It implies restoring something to working condition.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 修理手机 (repair a phone): used when a phone is broken.
  • 修理 (repair a car): common phrase for vehicle maintenance or fixing.
  • 修理 (find someone to repair): used when seeking help for repairs.

Nuances

"修理" focuses on the act of fixing or restoring functionality. It is more formal and specific than general verbs like "" or "". Avoid confusing it with "维修" which can imply maintenance as well as repair.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse "修理" with "" (to decorate or embellish) or "修建" (to build or construct). "修理" strictly relates to repairing or fixing something broken or damaged.

Example Sentences

My phone is broken and needs to be repaired.

This car was repaired quickly and can be used tomorrow.

The appliance at home is broken; let's find someone to repair it.