handle repairs

[ˈhændəl rɪˈpɛrz]
verb phrase / noun phrase
reparar alças / consertar puxadores
1. to fix or restore a handle that is broken, damaged, or non-functional on an object such as a door, drawer, suitcase, or tool
The technician will handle repairs on the damaged door handle next week.
O técnico vai reparar a alça da porta danificada na próxima semana.
2. to manage or take care of repair work related to handles
Our team can handle repairs for both wooden and metal handles.
Nossa equipe pode consertar puxadores de madeira e metal.
This is a practical, technical phrase commonly used in maintenance, repair services, and household contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, it's typically used when referring to appliances, furniture, or building maintenance, while in the US it's common in professional repair service contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fix handlesrepair handlesrestore handlesmend handles
Antonyms / Antônimos
damage handlesbreak handles

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reparar alças / consertar puxadores
standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
dar um jeito na alça
more colloquial and informal expression
São Paulo
fazer manutenção de puxadores
more technical/professional terminology
Portugal
reparar pegas
uses 'pegas' instead of 'alças' or 'puxadores'

Related Words

door handlehandle replacementmaintenancerestorationhardware repair

Related Idioms & Phrases

handle with care
take care of business
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