maintaining
word · lemma: maintain
/meɪnˈteɪnɪŋ/
/meɪntˈeɪnɪŋ/
Definition
Keeping something in good condition or continuing something without change. Often used for equipment, relationships, or standards.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used in formal or technical contexts. Common collocations: 'maintaining equipment', 'maintaining relationships', 'maintaining standards'. Not used for short-term or temporary actions—suggests ongoing care.
Spanish: mantenerPortuguese (BR): manterPortuguese (PT): manterChinese (Simplified): 保持 - 维护Chinese (Traditional): 保持 - 維護Hindi: बनाए रखना - बनाए रखना (रखरखाव)Arabic: الحفاظ على - صيانةBengali: রক্ষণাবেক্ষণ করা - বজায় রাখাRussian: поддерживать - сохранятьJapanese: 維持する - 保つVietnamese: duy trì - bảo trìKorean: 유지하다 - 관리하다Turkish: sürdürmek - korumakUrdu: برقرار رکھنا - برقرار رکھنا (رکھنا – دیکھ بھال کرنا)Indonesian: memelihara - menjaga
Example Sentences
He is maintaining his car regularly.
basic
She is maintaining a healthy diet.
basic
They are maintaining good grades in school.
basic
Maintaining friendships takes time and effort.
natural
He’s really good at maintaining a positive attitude, even under stress.
natural
The hardest part is maintaining your motivation over time.
natural