Réparer - To repair
Rénover - To renovate
Both "to mend" and "to repair" can be used interchangeably in sentences like:
Réparer - To repair
The mechanic repaired the car after it broke down.I need to repair my shoes before I can wear them again.Rénover - To renovate
They decided to renovate their house instead of moving.The restaurant will be closed for a month while it undergoes renovation.Both "to mend" and "to repair" can be used interchangeably in sentences like:
She mended/repaired the tear in her dress.It's time to mend/repair the fence in the backyard.