A1 noun Neutro #2,604 mais comum

fix

/fɪks/

A solution to a problem or the act of repairing something that is broken. In the context of a home, it often refers to a way to make a household item work correctly again.

Exemplos

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1

I need a quick fix for the leaking tap in the kitchen.

I need a quick fix for the leaking tap in the kitchen.

2

The technician provided a permanent fix for the broken heating system.

The technician provided a permanent fix for the broken heating system.

3

Do you have a fix for this wobbly table leg?

Do you have a fix for this wobbly table leg?

Família de palavras

Substantivo
fix
Verb
fix
Advérbio
fixedly
Adjetivo
fixable
Relacionado
fixture
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Dica de memorização

Think of the character 'Fix-it Felix' who provides the 'fix' for every building that gets broken.

Quiz rápido

The broken window needs a permanent ______, not just a piece of tape.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: fix

Exemplos

1

I need a quick fix for the leaking tap in the kitchen.

everyday

I need a quick fix for the leaking tap in the kitchen.

2

The technician provided a permanent fix for the broken heating system.

formal

The technician provided a permanent fix for the broken heating system.

3

Do you have a fix for this wobbly table leg?

informal

Do you have a fix for this wobbly table leg?

4

The researcher proposed a long-term fix for the structural issues in the building.

academic

The researcher proposed a long-term fix for the structural issues in the building.

5

We must find a cost-effective fix for the office air conditioning.

business

We must find a cost-effective fix for the office air conditioning.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
fix
Verb
fix
Advérbio
fixedly
Adjetivo
fixable
Relacionado
fixture

Colocações comuns

quick fix quick fix
permanent fix permanent fix
easy fix easy fix
temporary fix temporary fix
need a fix need a fix

Frases Comuns

in a fix

in a difficult situation

get a fix on

to understand or locate something

quick fix

a fast but perhaps temporary solution

Frequentemente confundido com

fix vs repair

Repair is usually the act or process, while 'a fix' is the specific solution or result.

fix vs fixture

A fixture is a permanent part of a house (like a sink), whereas a fix is a solution to a problem.

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Notas de uso

While 'fix' is very common as a verb, as a noun it often implies a solution that is simple or immediate. It is frequently used with adjectives like 'easy' or 'quick'.

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Erros comuns

Learners often forget that 'fix' can be a noun and only use 'repair'. They might also use it for very complex engineering problems where 'solution' is more appropriate.

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Dica de memorização

Think of the character 'Fix-it Felix' who provides the 'fix' for every building that gets broken.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from the Latin word 'fixus', meaning fastened or attached.

Padrões gramaticais

Countable noun (plural: fixes) Often used in the pattern: adjective + fix Often used with the verb 'need' or 'find'
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Contexto cultural

The concept of a 'quick fix' is very common in consumer culture, referring to fast solutions for home maintenance.

Quiz rápido

The broken window needs a permanent ______, not just a piece of tape.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: fix

Frases relacionadas

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