Reparieren
Example: Ich muss mein Fahrrad heute reparieren.
Definition
"Reparieren" means to fix or restore something that is broken or damaged to its proper working condition, such as repairing a bicycle or a machine. It involves the process of making repairs to ensure functionality and usability.
Etymology
The word "reparieren" comes from the Latin verb "reparare," which means to restore or make ready again. It entered the German language through Old High German and has kept the same basic meaning related to fixing or restoring objects. Did you know? The root 'parare' in Latin means 'to prepare,' highlighting how repairing involves preparing something for use again.
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"Reparieren" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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