fixes

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fixes — 動詞

  • fixespresent simple I / you / we / they
  • fixeses3rd person singular
  • fixesing-ing form
  • fixesedpast simple

1. to mend something that is broken, damaged, or not working so that it functions p

1.動詞及物A2
釋義

修理;修復

使損壞的東西恢復正常功能

to mend something that is broken, damaged, or not working so that it functions properly again.

例句

Sade fixed the broken chair leg with a little wood glue.

Sade 用一點木工膠修理了那條斷掉的椅腳。

fix + broken object (chair leg, phone screen, etc.)

Allison took her laptop to the shop so a technician could fix it.

Allison 把筆電帶去店裡,讓技師修理。

同義詞
  • repair

    more formal; often used for machines and structures

  • mend

    more common for clothes, fabric, and relationships

  • restore

    implies returning something old or damaged to its original state

反義詞

文法句型

fix + something

用法筆記

Object is usually something physical — a device, machine, piece of clothing, or part of a building.

常見錯誤

I need to fix my homework before the deadline.
I need to finish my homework before the deadline.
💡'fix' means to repair something broken; use 'finish' for completing a task.

2. to agree on a specific time, place, price, or plan after discussion, so that it

2.動詞及物B1
釋義

確定;敲定

討論後決定時間、地點或價格

to agree on a specific time, place, price, or plan after discussion, so that it is settled and everyone knows what has been decided.

例句

Meera and the client fixed a meeting time for Thursday at three.

Meera 和客戶敲定了星期四下午三點的會議時間。

fix + a time/date for an appointment

Anong fixed the rent at nine hundred dollars a month before signing.

Anong 在簽約前把租金確定為每月九百美元。

同義詞
  • arrange

    more general; covers the whole process of organising

  • settle

    suggests finality after discussion or uncertainty

  • set

    similar meaning but slightly more formal

  • decide on

    emphasises choosing between options

反義詞

文法句型

fix + a time/date/price/place

用法筆記

Object is typically a time, date, place, price, or plan — something being arranged or decided.

常見錯誤

Let's fix the movie we want to watch.
Let's decide on the movie we want to watch.
💡'fix' without an object like 'time' or 'date' sounds odd; use 'decide on' for choosing between options.

3. to attach something firmly to a surface or position so it remains secure and doe

3.動詞及物B1
釋義

固定;安裝

將物體牢固附著使不移動

to attach something firmly to a surface or position so it remains secure and does not shift.

例句

Noa fixed the shelf to the wall with four strong metal brackets.

Noa 用四個堅固的金屬支架把層板固定在牆上。

fix + object + to + surface

Lan fixed a small hook onto the back of the bathroom door for towels.

Lan 在浴室門背後安裝了一個小掛鉤來掛毛巾。

同義詞
  • attach

    more general; can be temporary or permanent

  • secure

    emphasises making something safe from movement

  • fasten

    often used for clothing, belts, and straps

  • mount

    used specifically for putting objects on walls or stands

反義詞

文法句型

fix + something + to/onto/on + surface

fix + something + in place

用法筆記

Often used with prepositions: fix to, fix onto, fix in place. The object is typically attached to a surface or larger structure.

常見錯誤

I fixed the picture on my desk.
I fixed the picture to the wall above my desk.
💡add the location to make clear you mean attaching, not repairing.

4. to direct your eyes or full attention at someone or something and keep it there

4.動詞及物B2
釋義

凝視;盯住

目光或注意力集中不移開

to direct your eyes or full attention at someone or something and keep it there without looking away.

例句

Adisa fixed his eyes on the horizon, searching for the ship's return.

Adisa 凝視著地平線,尋找歸航的船隻。

fix + one's eyes/gaze + on + something

The cat fixed its stare on the small mouse hiding under the cupboard.

那隻貓盯住躲在櫥櫃底下的小老鼠。

fix + one's stare/gaze + on + someone

同義詞
  • stare

    more everyday; can sound rude or intense

  • gaze

    softer and more admiring; often used for scenery or art

  • glare

    implies anger or hostility while staring

反義詞

文法句型

fix + one's eyes/gaze + on

fix + someone + with a stare/look

用法筆記

Most often used in the patterns 'fix one's eyes/gaze on' or 'fix someone with a stare/look'. The subject rarely looks away from the object.

5. to keep thinking about something so much that it becomes difficult to focus on a

5.動詞不及物B2
釋義

執著

無法停止思考某事

to keep thinking about something so much that it becomes difficult to focus on anything else.

例句

The detective fixed on a tiny detail that everyone else had overlooked.

偵探執著於一個其他人都忽略的微小細節。

fix on + something (a detail, a memory, an idea)

The student nurse kept fixing on the mistake she made during her first shift.

那位實習護士執著於她在第一班時犯的錯誤。

同義詞
  • obsess over

    stronger and more negative; implies an unhealthy level of focus

  • dwell on

    often used for negative memories or regrets

  • focus on

    neutral; simply means directing attention without the negative sense

反義詞

文法句型

fix on/upon + something

用法筆記

Always followed by 'on' or 'upon'. The subject is usually a person, or their mind, thoughts, or attention.

常見錯誤

I am fixing my problems all night.' (when meaning thinking about them)
I keep fixing on my problems all night.
💡add 'on' to show you mean thinking persistently, not solving.

6. to dishonestly arrange the result of a competition, election, or race so that a

6.動詞及物C1
釋義

操控;舞弊

以不誠實手段左右比賽或選舉結果

to dishonestly arrange the result of a competition, election, or race so that a particular person or side wins.

例句

The boxing referee was caught trying to fix the heavyweight title match for money.

那位拳擊裁判被人發現試圖為了金錢操控重量級冠軍賽。

fix + a match/fight (sporting contest)

The journalist discovered that someone had fixed the school election results.

記者發現有人舞弊操控了學校的選舉結果。

同義詞
  • rig

    more common in everyday speech for this meaning

  • manipulate

    broader; can apply to non-competition situations too

  • tamper with

    suggests interfering with the process rather than the outcome

文法句型

fix + a race/match/election/contest

用法筆記

Object is usually a competition: match, race, election, contest. Frequently used in the passive: 'the match was fixed'.

常見錯誤

He fixed the game by playing really well.
He won the game by playing really well.
💡'fix' in this sense means cheating to control the result, not winning through skill.

7. to neaten your appearance — your hair, makeup, or clothes — with quick, light to

7.動詞及物B1
釋義

整理

使儀容恢復整齊

to neaten your appearance — your hair, makeup, or clothes — with quick, light touches that restore a tidy look

例句

Lan fixed her hair in the mirror before walking into the restaurant.

Lan 進餐廳之前在鏡子前整理了一下頭髮。

fix + your hair

Diego fixed his tie and smoothed down his jacket before the interview.

Diego 在面試前整理好領帶並撫平外套。

fix + clothing item (tie)

同義詞
  • tidy

    more general — can apply to rooms and desks, not just personal appearance

  • neaten

    less common; emphasises making something orderly and smart

反義詞
  • mess up

    to deliberately make hair or clothes untidy

文法句型

fix + your hair/makeup/clothes

8. to cook or get food or a drink ready, especially for a meal

8.動詞及物B1
釋義

準備

烹調或準備食物飲料

to cook or get food or a drink ready, especially for a meal

例句

Diego fixed a quick sandwich while the kettle boiled for tea.

Diego 在水壺燒開水泡茶的同時準備了一份快手三明治。

fix + a sandwich (cold food, no cooking)

Eli fixed pancakes for the children on Saturday morning.

Eli 在星期六早上為孩子們準備了鬆餅。

fix + [meal] for [someone]

同義詞
  • prepare

    more formal; used in both British and American English

  • make

    the most common everyday word for preparing food

  • cook

    specifically involves heat; 'fix' can also mean assembling cold items like a sandwich

文法句型

fix + [meal/drink]

用法筆記

Common in informal American English. British English speakers more often say 'make' or 'prepare' for food and drink.

常見錯誤

I fixed the dinner for my guests.
I fixed dinner for my guests.
💡no article before 'breakfast', 'lunch', or 'dinner' in this sense.

9. to have a clear intention to act in the immediate future; to be just about to st

9.動詞不及物B2
釋義

打算

正準備要做某事

to have a clear intention to act in the immediate future; to be just about to start doing something

例句

Mert was fixing to leave when the phone rang.

Mert 正打算離開時,電話響了。

be fixing to + verb (leave)

Diego is fixing to start a new job in the city next month.

Diego 打算下個月在城裡開始一份新工作。

be fixing to + verb (start)

同義詞
  • about to

    standard equivalent; can be used in any register

  • planning to

    implies more deliberate intention rather than being on the verge

  • going to

    the most common informal alternative; less regional

文法句型

be fixing to + verb

用法筆記

Always used in the form 'be fixing to + verb'. Strongly associated with Southern American English and informal speech. Not used in formal writing.

常見錯誤

I fix to go now.
I am fixing to go now.
💡this sense always uses the continuous form 'be fixing to'.

10. to punish or take revenge on someone, especially a person who has treated you un

10.動詞及物C1
釋義

報復

懲罰對自己不公的人

to punish or take revenge on someone, especially a person who has treated you unfairly

例句

Lan was determined to fix the bully who had been teasing her younger brother.

Lan 下定決心要報復那個一直欺負她弟弟的人。

fix + [person who wronged you]

Jessica warned that she would fix anyone who took credit for her work.

Jessica 警告說她會報復任何搶走她功勞的人。

I'll fix + [person] as a threat

同義詞
  • get even with

    focuses on restoring balance after being wronged

  • take revenge on

    stronger, more deliberate act of punishment

  • punish

    more formal; can be used in official or legal contexts

反義詞
  • forgive

    to stop feeling angry towards someone who has wronged you

文法句型

fix + [person]

I'll fix + [person]

用法筆記

Often used with 'I'll fix him/you/them' as a threat. The object is always a person, never a situation.

常見錯誤

I will fix the problem with him.' (meaning you will solve an issue together)
I will fix him.' (meaning you will punish him).
💡this sense takes a person as direct object, with no 'problem' involved.

11. to treat photographic film or paper with a chemical solution so that the develop

11.動詞及物C1
釋義

定影

用化學藥劑固定照片影像

to treat photographic film or paper with a chemical solution so that the developed image does not fade over time

例句

The photographer fixed the negatives in a chemical bath before hanging them to dry.

攝影師將底片放在化學藥水槽中定影,然後晾乾。

fix + the negatives

Leo learned to fix prints in the darkroom during his photography class.

Leo 在攝影課上學會了在暗房中將相片定影。

fix + prints (paper copies)

文法句型

fix + [film/print/negative]

用法筆記

Technical term used in traditional film photography. The chemical used for fixing is called 'fixer' (also known as 'hypo').

12. to transform nitrogen or another gas from the atmosphere into a compound that li

12.動詞及物C2
釋義

固氮

將氣體轉化為植物可利用形式

to transform nitrogen or another gas from the atmosphere into a compound that living organisms can absorb and use

例句

Certain bacteria in the soil can fix nitrogen from the air into the ground.

土壤中的某些細菌能將空氣中的氮固定到土壤中。

fix + nitrogen (from the air)

Clover plants work with bacteria to fix nitrogen, which helps nearby crops grow better.

三葉草與細菌合作固氮,幫助附近的作物長得更好。

同義詞
  • convert

    more general; not specific to this biological process

  • bind

    describes the chemical attachment but not the full transformation into usable form

反義詞
  • release

    to free nitrogen back into the atmosphere, the opposite of fixation

文法句型

fix + [gas name]

fix + nitrogen

用法筆記

Used mainly in biology and agriculture. The most common subjects are bacteria, legumes, and cover crops. In scientific writing, the process is called 'nitrogen fixation'.

13. to perform a medical operation on an animal that stops it from having babies

13.動詞及物B2
釋義

結紮

以手術使動物無法生育

to perform a medical operation on an animal that stops it from having babies

例句

Zola had her cat fixed before the spring mating season began.

Zola 在春天交配季節開始前帶她的貓去結紮了。

causative: have + [animal] + fixed

The vet fixed the stray dogs so they would not keep breeding.

獸醫替那些流浪狗結紮,以免牠們不斷繁殖。

fix + [animal] as direct object

同義詞
  • spay

    technical term used only for female animals

  • castrate

    technical term used only for male animals

  • neuter

    formal equivalent used for both sexes, common in veterinary contexts

文法句型

fix + [animal]

用法筆記

Object is always an animal — never used for humans. Pet owners commonly say 'get the cat fixed'; vets distinguish between 'spay' (female) and 'castrate' or 'neuter' (male).

常見錯誤

The doctor fixed her so she could not get pregnant.
The vet fixed her cat so it could not have kittens.
💡'fix' in this sense is only for animals, never for people.

14. to put an illegal drug into your body using a needle

14.動詞及物 / 不及物C1
釋義

注射毒品

使用針頭將違禁藥物注入體內

to put an illegal drug into your body using a needle

例句

A nurse at the clinic found Élise fixing in the public toilets.

診所的一名護士發現 Élise 在公共廁所裡注射毒品。

intransitive: fixing without an object

Tyler's sister admitted she had been fixing heroin for nearly two years.

Tyler 的妹妹承認她注射海洛因已經將近兩年了。

fix + [drug name]: fix heroin

同義詞
  • shoot up

    more common slang for injecting drugs, often intransitive

  • inject

    standard medical term, appropriate in formal contexts

  • mainline

    slang, specifically means injecting into a vein

文法句型

fix

fix + [drug name]

用法筆記

Slang term from drug subculture; avoid in formal or medical writing. Can be intransitive ('he was fixing in the alley') or take a drug name as object ('fixing heroin').

常見錯誤

He fixed the heroin into his arm.
He fixed heroin.
💡'fix' already means 'inject,' so do not add 'into' or a body part after the drug name.

fixes — 名詞