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My dad fixes things around the house when they break.

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Narrator

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.