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-====== wéixiū: 维修 - To Maintain and Repair, Maintenance, Service ======
-===== Quick Summary =====
-  * **Keywords:** weixiu, 维修, Chinese for repair, Chinese for maintenance, fix in Chinese, service in Chinese, car repair Chinese, computer repair Chinese, weixiu meaning, elevator repair, under maintenance Chinese.
-  * **Summary:** Learn the essential Chinese word **维修 (wéixiū)**, which means to repair, maintain, or service. This comprehensive guide explains its meaning, character origins, and cultural context. Perfect for beginners, it includes over 10 practical example sentences for situations like car service, computer repair, and reading "under maintenance" signs in China. Understand the difference between 维修 (wéixiū), 修理 (xiūlǐ), and 保养 (bǎoyǎng) to use the word like a native speaker.
-===== Core Meaning =====
-  * **Pinyin (with tone marks):** wéixiū
-  * **Part of Speech:** Verb / Noun
-  * **HSK Level:** HSK 4
-  * **Concise Definition:** To maintain and/or repair something, especially machinery, equipment, or infrastructure.
-  * **In a Nutshell:** `维修` is the go-to word for professional or systematic repair and maintenance. It's more than just a quick fix; it implies a process of restoring something to its proper working condition or keeping it that way. Think of the service light in your car, an "out of order" sign on an elevator, or calling IT support for your computer—these are all situations involving `维修`.
-===== Character Breakdown =====
-  * **维 (wéi):** This character originally referred to the main ropes of a large net. By extension, it means "to hold together," "to preserve," or "to maintain." It's about keeping a system intact.
-  * **修 (xiū):** This character shows the "person" radical (亻) next to a component (攸) that suggests using a tool or taking action. It means "to repair," "to build," "to fix," or even "to study/cultivate."
-  * Together, **维修 (wéixiū)** literally means "to maintain and repair." The combination creates a comprehensive and slightly formal term that covers both fixing what's broken and performing regular upkeep to prevent future breakdowns.
-===== Cultural Context and Significance =====
-While `维修` is a practical, modern term, it connects to the traditional Chinese value of thrift (节俭, jiéjiǎn) and making things last. In contrast to the "throwaway culture" that became prevalent in some Western countries, the instinct to repair rather than replace has deep roots in China.
-In modern China, this concept has evolved. On one hand, you'll see tiny, hole-in-the-wall shops dedicated to `维修` for everything from shoes to smartphones, a testament to this enduring value. On the other hand, `维修` is the backbone of China's massive industrial and service economy. The term is used formally by large companies offering warranties (保修, bǎoxiū), by property management companies maintaining buildings, and by the state for massive infrastructure projects. The word reflects a society that is both building rapidly and diligently working to keep what it has built in good order.
-===== Practical Usage in Modern China =====
-`维修` is used ubiquitously in daily life, especially in technical or formal contexts. It can function as both a verb (to repair) and a noun (the act of repair/maintenance).
-  * **As a Verb:** "My computer needs to be repaired." (我的电脑需要**维修**。)
-  * **As a Noun:** "The maintenance fee is very expensive." (这个**维修**费用很贵。)
-  * **Common Collocations:**
-    *   **汽车维修 (qìchē wéixiū):** Car repair/maintenance
-    *   **电脑维修 (diànnǎo wéixiū):** Computer repair
-    *   **手机维修 (shǒujī wéixiū):** Cell phone repair
-    *   **家电维修 (jiādiàn wéixiū):** Home appliance repair
-  * **Public Signage:** One of the most common places you'll see this word is on signs. The phrase **维修中 (wéixiū zhōng)** means "Under Maintenance" or "In the process of being repaired." You'll see this on elevators, escalators, and public restrooms.
-===== Example Sentences =====
-  * **Example 1:**
-    * 电梯**维修**中，请走楼梯。
-    * Pinyin: Diàntī **wéixiū** zhōng, qǐng zǒu lóutī.
-    * English: The elevator is under maintenance, please take the stairs.
-    * Analysis: This is a very common sign you'll encounter in China. `维修中 (wéixiū zhōng)` literally means "in the middle of repair."
-  * **Example 2:**
-    * 我的车需要送去**维修**了。
-    * Pinyin: Wǒ de chē xūyào sòng qù **wéixiū** le.
-    * English: My car needs to be sent for maintenance/repair.
-    * Analysis: Here, `维修` is used as a noun, referring to the act or service of repair.
-  * **Example 3:**
-    * 你知道附近哪里有**维修**电脑的吗？
-    * Pinyin: Nǐ zhīdào fùjìn nǎli yǒu **wéixiū** diànnǎo de ma?
-    * English: Do you know where there's a place that repairs computers nearby?
-    * Analysis: A very practical question. The `的 (de)` at the end turns the phrase `维修电脑 (wéixiū diànnǎo)` into a noun phrase: "(a place) that repairs computers."
-  * **Example 4:**
-    * 这台空调的**维修**费用是多少？
-    * Pinyin: Zhè tái kōngtiáo de **wéixiū** fèiyòng shì duōshǎo?
-    * English: How much is the repair fee for this air conditioner?
-    * Analysis: `维修费用 (wéixiū fèiyòng)` is a standard set phrase for "maintenance/repair fee."
-  * **Example 5:**
-    * 他是一名专业的**维修**工。
-    * Pinyin: Tā shì yī míng zhuānyè de **wéixiū** gōng.
-    * English: He is a professional maintenance worker.
-    * Analysis: `维修工 (wéixiū gōng)` means "repairman" or "maintenance worker."
-  * **Example 6:**
-    * 这座桥正在进行大规模**维修**。
-    * Pinyin: Zhè zuò qiáo zhèngzài jìnxíng dà guīmó **wéixiū**.
-    * English: This bridge is currently undergoing large-scale maintenance.
-    * Analysis: Shows how `维修` is used for large infrastructure projects. `进行...维修 (jìnxíng...wéixiū)` is a formal way to say "carry out repairs."
-  * **Example 7:**
-    * 我们的产品提供一年免费**维修**服务。
-    * Pinyin: Wǒmen de chǎnpǐn tígōng yī nián miǎnfèi **wéixiū** fúwù.
-    * English: Our product comes with a one-year free repair service.
-    * Analysis: This demonstrates `维修` used in a business or warranty context. `维修服务 (wéixiū fúwù)` means "repair/maintenance service."
-  * **Example 8:**
-    * 手机掉进水里后，就无法**维修**了。
-    * Pinyin: Shǒujī diào jìn shuǐ lǐ hòu, jiù wúfǎ **wéixiū** le.
-    * English: After the phone fell into the water, it was impossible to repair.
-    * Analysis: Here, `维修` is used as a verb. `无法 (wúfǎ)` means "unable to" or "no way to."
-  * **Example 9:**
-    * 房东负责所有家电的**维修**。
-    * Pinyin: Fángdōng fùzé suǒyǒu jiādiàn de **wéixiū**.
-    * English: The landlord is responsible for the maintenance of all home appliances.
-    * Analysis: A common phrase in a rental agreement. Here, `维修` functions as a noun. `负责 (fùzé)` means "to be responsible for."
-  * **Example 10:**
-    * 公司的IT部门提供技术支持和设备**维修**。
-    * Pinyin: Gōngsī de IT bùmén tígōng jìshù zhīchí hé shèbèi **wéixiū**.
-    * English: The company's IT department provides technical support and equipment maintenance.
-    * Analysis: Shows the use of `维修` in a corporate setting. `设备维修 (shèbèi wéixiū)` means "equipment maintenance."
-===== Nuances and Common Mistakes =====
-  * **`维修 (wéixiū)` vs. `修理 (xiūlǐ)`:**
-    * These two terms are very similar and often interchangeable for fixing broken objects. However, `维修` can strongly imply //preventative maintenance// in addition to repair, while `修理 (xiūlǐ)` focuses more on fixing something that is already broken.
-    * **Crucial Difference:** `修理` can be used figuratively to mean "to teach someone a lesson" or "to sort someone out" (e.g., 我要修理你! - "I'm gonna fix you!"). **`维修` is NEVER used this way; it only applies to inanimate objects and systems.**
-  * **`维修 (wéixiū)` vs. `修 (xiū)`:**
-    * `修 (xiū)` is the single-character, more general, and often more informal verb "to fix." You can use it for small, simple tasks. For example, "Can you fix this chair for me?" (你能帮我**修**一下这个椅子吗?).
-    * `维修` is more formal and implies a more complex or professional job. You `维修` a car's engine; you `修` a wobbly chair leg.
-  * **`维修 (wéixiū)` vs. `保养 (bǎoyǎng)`:**
-    * `保养 (bǎoyǎng)` is specifically about //preventative maintenance// and upkeep to keep something in good condition. It's what you do to //avoid// needing `维修`.
-    * You take your car for regular `保养` (maintenance, oil change, check-up). If your car breaks down, you need `维修` (repairs). `保养` is also used for skincare and health.
-===== Related Terms and Concepts =====
-  * `[[修理]] (xiūlǐ)` - A very close synonym for "to repair," but with a stronger focus on fixing what's broken and can be used figuratively for people.
-  * `[[保养]] (bǎoyǎng)` - To maintain; upkeep. Focuses on preventative care to keep things in good condition (e.g., cars, skin, health).
-  * `[[修]] (xiū)` - The single character "to fix" or "to repair." More versatile and can be used informally.
-  * `[[安装]] (ānzhuāng)` - To install. A service often provided by the same people who do `维修`.
-  * `[[故障]] (gùzhàng)` - A fault, malfunction, or breakdown. This is the //reason// you need `维修`.
-  * `[[零件]] (língjiàn)` - Spare parts. The components used during a `维修` job.
-  * `[[客服]] (kèfú)` - Customer Service. The department you contact to schedule a `维修`.
-  * `[[保修]] (bǎoxiū)` - Warranty. The policy that determines if your `维修` will be free of charge. (Literally "guarantee repair").