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repair
The action or process of restoring something that is damaged or defective to a working condition.
Die Reparatur der Waschmaschine war teurer als erwartet.
The repair of the washing machine was more expensive than expected.
The noun 'die Reparatur' (repair) belongs to the same word family as the verb 'reparieren' (to repair). Both words share the same meaning and origin, which makes learning them easier.
Mein Fahrrad muss repariert werden.
My bicycle needs to be repaired.
A very common construction is to bring something 'zur Reparatur' (in for repair) or to give something 'in Reparatur' (in for repair). This describes the process of handing a defective item over to a specialist.
Ich muss mein Handy zur Reparatur bringen.
I need to bring my phone in for repair.
'Reparatur' (repair) is often combined with verbs such as 'durchführen' (to carry out), 'benötigen' (to need), or 'in Auftrag geben' (to commission). These describe the process of repair.
Ein Techniker führt die Reparatur durch.
A technician is carrying out the repair.
renovation / restructuring / remediation
Sanierung and Reparatur can both remedy damage to a building. Sanierung usually covers larger areas and improves the building's overall condition, whereas Reparatur puts a specific defect right. Sanierung is therefore suitable for extensive construction work, while Reparatur is used for a single damaged area.
Nach dem Sturm genügt eine Reparatur der einzelnen beschädigten Stelle am Dach.
After the storm, repairing the single damaged spot on the roof is enough.
Nach vielen Jahren sind das Dach, die Wände und die Leitungen Teil einer umfassenden Sanierung.
After many years, the roof, walls, and utility lines are all part of a comprehensive renovation.
