ripariamo

Ripariamo is the first-person plural present indicative form of the Italian verb riparare, meaning "we repair." In Italian, the form functions both as a grammatical expression of collective action and as a slogan. In recent years, Ripariamo has been adopted as the name or motto of local initiatives and campaigns that promote repair culture, sustainable consumption, and the circular economy.

These initiatives typically organize repair workshops and repair cafés, offer tools and spare parts libraries, publish repair guides, and run community education programs to extend the life of consumer goods and reduce waste. They also engage in advocacy for the right to repair, product longevity standards, and consumer rights. The use of Ripariamo as a brand or campaign name is most common in Italian-speaking communities and may appear in social media, newsletters, and community events.

Linguistically, Ripariamo exemplifies how an everyday Italian phrase can be repurposed as a rallying cry or organizational identity. As a concept, it reflects a broader social movement toward practical repair skills, local resilience, and environmental sustainability. While not tied to a single national organization, the term conveys a shared aim of keeping objects in use and fostering collaborative approaches to maintenance and reuse.

See also: Right to repair, circular economy, repair café, maker movement.