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My dad fixes things around the house when they break.
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My dad fixes things around the house when they break.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Giving Advice
If something breaks in your house, you should try fixing it yourself.
Describing Habits
My dad is always fixing things around the house; it's his hobby.
Asking About Others
Do you fix things around your house when they break?
Sharing Hypotheticals
If my dad wasn't around, we'd have to call a repairman for everything.
Rephrased versions
Formal
My father undertakes the repair of household items as needed.
Casual
My dad's a handyman; he always fixes stuff around the house.
Simpler English
My dad fixes broken things at home.
Phrases to learn
fixes things
To repair or mend objects.
around the house
In or about the home.