Pronunciation: [bɪjˌɒnd ɹɪpˈe͡ə] (IPA) 
The phrase "beyond repair" means something cannot be fixed. It is pronounced /biˈjɒnd rɪˈpɛər/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable "bi-" is pronounced the same way as in the word "biography". The stressed syllable "yond" is pronounced as in the word "pond". The final syllable "-pair" rhymes with the word "air". The spelling of this phrase is straightforward and follows standard English spelling rules.
Beyond repair is an idiomatic expression used to describe something that is irreparable, meaning it is impossible or extremely difficult to fix or restore to its original state. When an object or situation is beyond repair, it signifies that it has been damaged or deteriorated to such an extent that it is deemed unfixable or not worth the effort and resources required for restoration.
This term is often used figuratively to depict situations, relationships, or circumstances that have reached a point where there is no possibility of improvement or reconciliation. It implies that the damage or harm caused is so severe that any attempt to rectify or mend it would be futile.
Beyond repair suggests a state of irreversibility, indicating that the damage is irreversible or the problem is unsurpassable. It implies that no further actions, remedies, or repairs can salvage the situation, and that acceptance or alternate options need to be sought instead.
The concept of beyond repair can be applied to a wide range of scenarios, including physical objects such as vehicles, machinery, or structures that have suffered extensive damage, as well as abstract notions such as trust, friendships, or reputations that have been irreparably harmed. The phrase serves as a reminder of the limits of repair or restoration and the need to recognize when it is time to move on or seek alternative solutions.
The word "beyond repair" consists of two parts: "beyond" and "repair".
1. "Beyond" is derived from the Old English word "begeondan", which means "on the other side of", "more distant", or "further on". It is a combination of "be", meaning "by" or "near", and "geondan", which means "beyond" or "on the other side".
2. "Repair" comes from the Middle English word "repairen", which means "to mend" or "to fix". It can be traced back to the Old French word "reparer" and the Latin word "reparare", both carrying the same meaning.
When these two words are combined, "beyond repair" expresses something that is no longer possible to mend or fix.
