Southern US
Fixing to
Used when indicating someone is preparing to take action soon.
Literal Meaning
Preparing to undertake or do something
Actual Meaning
About to, going to
Examples in Context

'I'm fixing to leave.' (Translation: I'm about to leave)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Very Southern
  • 2About to do
  • 3Imminent action
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