Pronunciation: [wˈɜːt fˈɪkst] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "wert fixed" may seem unfamiliar to many. However, it is simply an archaic form of the phrase "were fixed". The IPA phonetic transcription of this phrase is /wɜr fɪkst/. In Middle English, the word "were" was used as the second person singular form of the verb "to be". The use of this form has since become obsolete, but the archaic spelling can still be found in some historical documents or literature.
"Wert fixed" is an archaic contraction of the verb phrase "were fixed." The term is formed by combining the past tense form of the verb "to be" (were) with the past participle form of the verb "to fix." The word "fixed" means to make, arrange, or establish something in a firm, definite, or unchangeable manner.
When used in the past tense "wert fixed," the phrase refers to something that was firmly established, determined, or settled in the past. It implies that the subject being referred to was unalterably set in a certain condition or state at a specific time or event.
For example, if someone were to say "the rules of the game wert fixed," it means that the rules were established and cannot be changed or modified. Similarly, if someone were to say "his resolve wert fixed," it means that his determination or intention was unwavering and resolute in the past.
The usage of "wert fixed" is primarily found in older or archaic texts, such as Shakespearean plays or classical literature. It is a more formal and poetic way of expressing the past tense of "were fixed." In modern language, the verb phrase "were fixed" would typically be used instead.
"Wert fixed" is an archaic phrase that conveys a sense of permanence or steadfastness. Its origin can be traced back to Old English, where "wert" is a contraction of "was" and "fixed" is derived from the Old English word "fīxian", meaning "to fix, fasten, or establish". Together, "wert fixed" implies something that was firmly established or set in place. The phrase is commonly associated with old English literature and poetry.
