repair faults

[rɪˈpɛr fɔlts]
verb phrase
reparar falhas
1. to fix or correct defects, errors, or malfunctions in equipment, systems, or structures
The technician was hired to repair faults in the electrical wiring.
O técnico foi contratado para reparar falhas na fiação elétrica.
2. to identify and remedy problems or issues that prevent proper functioning
The software engineer needs to repair faults in the code before deployment.
O engenheiro de software precisa reparar falhas no código antes da implantação.
In Brazil, 'reparar falhas' is commonly used in technical, industrial, and IT sectors. In the USA, this phrase is standard in engineering and maintenance contexts. Both cultures emphasize preventive maintenance and early fault detection as best practices in quality control.
NYC Slang
fix the glitches
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fix defectscorrect errorsremedy problemsresolve issuesrectify faultsmend malfunctions
Antonyms / Antônimos
cause faultscreate defectsintroduce errorsbreak down

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reparar falhas
most common usage in technical and mechanical contexts
São Paulo
consertar defeitos
alternative common usage, especially in urban industrial areas
Rio de Janeiro
ajustar problemas
colloquial variant used in service industries
Portugal
reparar avarias
preferred term in European Portuguese, particularly in maritime and automotive contexts

Related Words

maintenancetroubleshootingdiagnosisrestorationreplacementdebuggingservicing

Related Idioms & Phrases

repair faults at the source
repair faults before they escalate
repair faults in real-time
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