réparer

Senses

1. 1.

   to repair, to fix

   to restore something broken or damaged to working condition

2. 2.

   to make amends for, to remedy

   to correct or undo harm, error, or an offence

Examples

• "Le mécanicien a réparé ma voiture en deux heures."

  The mechanic repaired my car in two hours.

• "Il a commis une erreur et doit réparer ses fautes."

  He made a mistake and must make amends for his wrongs.

• "Je dois réparer le toit avant l'hiver."

  I need to fix the roof before winter.

Usage

Common regular -er verb. The secondary sense (making amends) is more formal and literary. Often used with objects like voiture, maison, appareil (vehicle, house, device).